Overview of WV12 4AZ

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Longwood Rise is in Willenhall and in Walsall district. WV12 4AZ is located in the Short Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Walsall North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Longwood Rise, Willenhall, WV12 4AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: WV12 4AX, WV12 4AY, WV12 4BA, WV12 4BQ, WV12 4AS, WV12 4AT, WV12 4EG, WV12 4BW, WV12 4AF.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WV12 4AZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female49.8%48.9%-0.9% 51.0% -2.1%
Male50.2%51.1%0.9% 49.0% 2.1%

Partnership Status

Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.

In the immediate vicinity of WV12 4AZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.

Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single26.9%29.1%2.2% 37.9% -8.8%
Married: Opposite sex56.8%59.9%3.1% 44.2% 15.7%
Separated0.9%0.8%-0.1% 2.2% -1.4%
Divorced4.4%5.1%0.7% 9.1% -4.0%
Widowed11%5.1%-5.9% 6.1% -1.0%

Health

Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.

Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health33.3%40.2%6.9% 48.4% -8.2%
Good health43.7%39.1%-4.6% 33.6% 5.5%
Fair health16.1%15.3%-0.8% 12.7% 2.6%
Bad health5%5.3%0.3% 4.0% 1.3%
Very bad health1.9%0%-1.9% 1.2% -1.2%

Education and Qualifications

During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.

This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.6%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications29.1%18.3%-10.8% 18.2% 0.1%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 14.1%13.6%-0.5% 9.6% 4.0%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels17.2%18.3%1.1% 13.4% 4.9%
Apprenticeship4%10.2%6.2% 5.3% 4.9%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels12.3%17.9%5.6% 16.9% 1.0%
Degree or Similar17.2%19.6%2.4% 33.8% -14.2%
Other6.2%2.1%-4.1% 2.8% -0.7%

Culture

Ethnic Group

This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Indian2.7%10%7.3% 3.1% 6.9%
Pakistani0.4%0.7%0.3% 2.7% -2.0%
Other Asian3.4%1.1%-2.3% 1.6% -0.5%
Mixed White and Asian0%0.4%0.4% 0.8% -0.4%
Mixed White and Caribbean0.4%0%-0.4% 0.9% -0.9%
Mixed Other0.8%0%-0.8% 0.8% -0.8%
White88.9%87.9%-1.0% 81.4% 6.5%
Other3.4%0%-3.4% 1.6% -1.6%

Country of Birth

In this area, 93.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom96.2%93.9%-2.3% 83.2% 10.7%
European Union0.4%2.5%2.1% 6.1% -3.6%
Africa0.4%0.4%0.0% 2.7% -2.3%
Middle East and Asia3.1%3.2%0.1% 5.6% -2.4%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK94.6%93.3%-1.3% 83.2% 10.1%
10+ Years0%5.7%5.7% 9.8% -4.1%
5-10 Years0%1.1%1.1% 2.9% -1.8%
Less than 2 years5.4%0%-5.4% 1.9% -1.9%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom74.5% 76.7% -2.2%
Ireland0.4% 0.6% -0.2%
Lithuania0.4% 0.3% 0.1%
Poland2.8% 1.3% 1.5%
South and Eastern Africa0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Southern Asia1.4% 1.2% 0.2%
No passport held20.2% 13.5% 6.7%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion24.5% 37.2% -12.7%
Christian59.2% 46.2% 13.0%
Buddhist0.7% 0.5% 0.2%
Hindu0.4% 1.7% -1.3%
Sikh9.6% 0.9% 8.7%
Not answered5.7% 6.0% -0.3%

Safety

Is Longwood Rise Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Longwood Rise was 46.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.2% lower than the Short Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

Longwood Rise has the 16th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Short Heath and the 285th lowest crime rate of 827 local areas in Walsall .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.2%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£35,400
Income Rank
2/10

Household Income in WV12 4AZ, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Longwood Rise are based on 67 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Walsall.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Longwood Rise, Willenhall, WV12 4AZ

Estimated Average Property Prices for WV12 4AZ

Average Price
£218,395
Semi-Detached
£221,115
Terraced
£225,485
Detached
£246,240
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
£80,942

Estimated Average Property Prices for Longwood Rise

Average Price
£229,102
Semi-Detached
£232,494
Terraced
£232,836
Detached
£221,657
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
£80,059

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Longwood RiseStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
39 Longwood Rise, Willenhall, West Midlands
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£297,5002026-03-06 £297,500
63 Longwood Rise, Willenhall, West Midlands
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£195,0002025-03-14 £199,630
5 Longwood Rise, Willenhall, West Midlands
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£218,0002024-02-21 £232,447
23 Longwood Rise, Willenhall, West Midlands
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£255,0002023-08-11 £270,561
41 Longwood Rise, Willenhall, West Midlands
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£243,0002023-07-07 £258,848
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for WV12 4AZ

Employment

WV12 4AZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.

The percentage of retired residents living in WV12 4AZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee95
Retired77
Part-Time Employee25
Self-Employed15
Looking after home or family9
Long-Term Sick or disabled8
Full-Time Student (with or without job)5
Unemployed4
Other0
Student (economically inactive)0

Employment Industry

Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles25
Manufacturing24
Human health and social work activities17
Education11
Construction10
Administrative and support service activities8
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security8
Other6
Transport and storage5
Accommodation and food service activities4
Financial and insurance activities4
Real estate activities3
Information and communication3
Agriculture, forestry and fishing2
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1
Professional, scientific and technical activities1

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Lane Head Nursery School
High Road , WV12 4JQ
4out of 4 532 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Alumwell Nursery School
Primley Avenue , WS2 9UP
4out of 4 2,340 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Sandbank Nursery School
Elmore Row , Bloxwich WS3 2HR
4out of 4 2,803 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Ashmore Park Nursery School
Griffiths Drive , Ashmore Park Estate WV11 2LH
4out of 4 2,819 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Valley Nursery School
Blakenall Heath , Blakenall WS3 1HT
4out of 4 3,576 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Rosedale Church of England C Infant School
Stroud Avenue , Short Heath WV12 4EG
3out of 4 282 yd Voluntary controlled school No Mixed More About School
Short Heath Junior School
Pennine Way , WV12 4DS
3out of 4 395 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Lodge Farm Primary School
Willenhall School Sports College Campus , Furzebank Way WV12 4BU
3out of 4 544 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
Lodge Farm Infant School
Pineneedle Croft , WV12 4BU
- not rated 544 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Lodge Farm Junior School
Pineneedle Croft , WV12 4BU
- not rated 544 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Willenhall E-ACT Academy
Furzebank Way , WV12 4BD
- not rated 324 yd Academy sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Willenhall School Sports College
Furzebank Way , WV12 4BD
- not rated 324 yd Foundation school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Pool Hayes Academy
Castle Drive , WV12 4QZ
3out of 4 1,623 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Pool Hayes Arts and Community School
Castle Drive , WV12 4QZ
- not rated 1,623 yd Foundation school No Mixed More About School
Frank F Harrison Engineering College
Leamore Lane , Bloxwich WS2 7NR
- not rated 1,725 yd Foundation school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Walsall College
Wisemore Campus , WS2 8ES
- not rated 3,763 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Bilston Community College
Westfield Road , WV14 6ER
- not rated 5,442 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

All-through

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Bloxwich Academy
Leamore Lane , Bloxwich WS2 7NR
3out of 4 1,725 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
New Leaf School
Stroud Avenue , Willenhall WV12 4EG
- not rated 236 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed More About School
New Leaf School
Stroud Avenue , Willenhall WV12 4EG
1out of 4 236 yd Academy alternative provision sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Old Hall School
Bentley Lane , WS2 7LU
- not rated 504 yd Community special school Yes Mixed More About School
Jane Lane School
Churchill Road , Bentley WS2 0JH
3out of 4 1,437 yd Community special school No Mixed More About School
Mary Elliot Academy
Leamore Lane , WS2 7NR
1out of 4 1,439 yd Academy special sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Renzo's Desserts Ltd304 Brackendale Shopping Centre, Stroud Avenue229 yd
Oriental Kitchen45 High Road, Willenhall662 yd
Dizzy KidzUnit 4, Arrow Industrial Estate762 yd
Pit Stop Diner28A Charles Street, Willenhall1,091 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The HomesteadHomestead, Stroud Avenue, Willenhall298 yd
The Whimsey13 High Road, Willenhall662 yd
United Kingdom Inn14 Bloxwich Road North, Willenhall670 yd
Short Heath Liberal ClubBloxwich Road North, Willenhall670 yd
Short Heath Royal British Legion CluShort Heath Rbl Club, Church Road869 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Spice Corner (Restaurant in Bridge Tavern Pub)1 Bentley Lane, Willenhall570 yd
Lane Head BaltiUnit 3, 63 High Road589 yd
Aladdin's Pizza63-65 High Road, Willenhall603 yd
Chip Stop47 High Road, Willenhall662 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Tesco23 High Road, Willenhall662 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Willenhall E-Act Academy
FURZEBANK WAY
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts297 yd
Bentley West Playing Field
FAVERSHAM CLOSE
grass pitches941 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 100.0%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 100.0%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 100.0%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 100.0%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed80 Mbit/s
Average download speed154.1 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed1000 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed1000 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed20 Mbit/s
Average upload speed17.8 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed50 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.