Windmill Lane is in Wolverhampton and in Wolverhampton district. WV3 8HQ is located in the Tettenhall Wightwick electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wolverhampton South West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Windmill Lane, Wolverhampton, WV3 8HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WV3 8HW, WV3 8HP, WV3 8LG, WV3 8HR, WV3 8LU, WV3 8JD, WV3 8JB, WV3 8LX, WV3 8HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WV3 8HQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.3% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.7% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.7% | 36.8% | 8.1% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.9% | 48.9% | -7.0% | 44.2% | 4.7% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 7.9% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 5.3% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.6% | 43.3% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 38.3% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 16.2% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 3% | 1.9% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.7% | 15.4% | -8.3% | 18.2% | -2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 9.4% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 14.6% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 4.9% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 20.2% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.9% | 33.3% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 6.5% | 10.6% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 7.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 5.9% | 3.8% | 0.9% | 5.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 82.4% | 68.3% | -14.1% | 81.4% | -13.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.5% | 6.2% | 4.7% | 1.6% | 4.6% |
In this area, 90.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.1% | 90.1% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 5% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 90.3% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.1% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.6% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.3% | 37.2% | -9.9% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Hindu | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Sikh | 12.7% | 0.9% | 11.8% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Windmill Lane was 76.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.9% higher than the Tettenhall Wightwick average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Windmill Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Tettenhall Wightwick and the 365th highest crime rate of 784 local areas in Wolverhampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 113 Windmill Lane, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2009-02-27 | £274,821 |
WV3 8HQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Nursery School Phoenix Street , Blakenhall WV2 3JS | 3out of 4 | 4,695 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castlecroft Primary School Windmill Crescent , Castlecroft WV3 8HS | 3out of 4 | 237 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bhylls Acre Primary School Bhylls Lane , Castlecroft WV3 8DZ | 3out of 4 | 386 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westacre Infant School Finchfield Hill , Finchfield WV3 9EP | 3out of 4 | 1,134 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Uplands Junior School Finchfield Road West , Finchfield WV3 8BA | 3out of 4 | 1,345 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Catholic Primary Academy and Nursery Telford Gardens , Merry Hill WV3 7LE | 3out of 4 | 1,398 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smestow School Windmill Crescent , Castlecroft WV3 8HU | 2out of 4 | 400 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfields School Boundary Way , Penn WV4 4NT | 3out of 4 | 1,583 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Collegiate Academy Compton Park , Compton Road West WV3 9DU | 3out of 4 | 1,974 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmunds Catholic Academy Compton Park , Compton Road West WV3 9DU | 3out of 4 | 2,290 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's Church of England School Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XG | 2out of 4 | 2,471 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perton Middle School Gainsborough Drive , Perton WV6 7NR | 3out of 4 | 2,419 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Wolverhampton College Paget Road , WV6 0DU | - not rated | 2,516 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal School, Wolverhampton Penn Road , WV3 0EG | 3out of 4 | 3,538 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wightwick Hall School Tinacre Hill , Compton WV6 8DA | 3out of 4 | 1,466 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Penn Fields School Boundary Way , Penn WV4 4NT | 2out of 4 | 1,535 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tettenhall Wood School Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XF | 3out of 4 | 2,492 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tettenhall College Incorporated Wood Road , Tettenhall WV6 8QX | - not rated | 2,554 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Preparatory School 51 Newbridge Crescent , Tettenhall WV6 0LH | - not rated | 2,722 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Amore Ltd | 122A Castlecroft Road, Castlecroft | 111 yd | |
| Canalside Bar & Grill Wolverhampton | Canalside Bar & Grill, Castlecroft Lane | 927 yd | |
| Wightwick Manor Tearoom And Shop | Wightwick Manor Shop, Wightwick Manor | 958 yd | |
| Kuckin | 22 Finchfield Road West, Wolverhampton | 964 yd | |
| Ghales Coffee House | 21 Finchfield Road West, Wolverhampton | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wolverhampton Rugby Union Football Club Ltd | Castlecroft Road, Castlecroft | 566 yd | |
| Old Wulfrunians Club Limited | 253A Castlecroft Road, Castlecroft | 801 yd | |
| The Chestnut Tree | Chestnut Tree, 2 Castlecroft Road | 900 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaverz | 128 Castlecroft Road, Castlecroft | 155 yd | |
| Seagull Fish Bar | 16 Finchfield Road West, Wolverhampton | 962 yd | |
| Finchfield Garden Chinese | 3 Finchfield Road West, Wolverhampton | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | The Cooperative, 10 - 14 Finchfield Road West | 962 yd | |
| Lidl | Finchfield Hill, Wolverhampton | 1,029 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Castlecroft Primary School Windmill Crescent | grass pitches | 215 yd |
| Smestow School WINDMILL CRESCENT | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 479 yd |
| Wightwick & Finchfield Cricket Club WIGHTWICK AND FINCHFIELD CRICKET CLUB WIGHTWICK AND FINCHFIELD CRICKET CLUB CASTLECROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 634 yd |
| Afc Wulfrinians (Castlecroft Stadium) 253A 253A CASTLECROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 800 yd |
| Old Wulfrunians Sports And Social Club 253A 253A CASTLECROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 800 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.