Ashley Road is in Wolverhampton and in Wolverhampton district. WV4 4DP is located in the Penn 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 Ashley Road, Wolverhampton, WV4 4DP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WV4 4DR, WV4 4DW, WV4 4DS, WV4 4BH, WV4 4BQ, WV4 4DU, WV4 4BD, WV4 4DL, WV4 4DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WV4 4DP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 51.1% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 51.9% | 48.9% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 27.4% | 33.8% | 6.4% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.1% | 48.3% | -9.8% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 3.2% | 6.5% | 3.3% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 9.9% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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 | 41.8% | 45.6% | 3.8% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 35.1% | -3.6% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 14.1% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 18.1% | 19.8% | 1.7% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 7.6% | -9.7% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 10.6% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.2% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 17.5% | 2.7% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.9% | 38.8% | 9.9% | 33.8% | 5.0% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.5% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.5% 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 | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 16% | 18.3% | 2.3% | 3.1% | 15.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.2% | 1.5% | -1.7% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| White | 75.4% | 72.5% | -2.9% | 81.4% | -8.9% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 87% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 87% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.9% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.3% | 7.5% | 1.2% | 5.6% | 1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 87% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 12.3% | 12.0% | 9.8% | 2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 0% | -7.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 4.2% | 1.7% | 2.5% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Sikh | 12.4% | 0.9% | 11.5% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashley Road was 15.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.8% lower than the Graiseley average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Ashley Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Graiseley and the 45th lowest crime rate of 782 local areas in Wolverhampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Ashley Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2025-04-17 | £250,415 |
| 7 Ashley Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-01-10 | £258,624 |
| 1 Ashley Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2021-09-24 | £358,355 |
| Endell Ashley Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2018-01-23 | £308,015 |
| 2 Ashley Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2016-10-11 | £276,362 |
WV4 4DP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Nursery School Phoenix Street , Blakenhall WV2 3JS | 3out of 4 | 2,612 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windsor Nursery School Parkfield Road , Parkfield WV4 6EL | 3out of 4 | 3,703 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gibbs Street Nursery School Gibbs Street , Whitmore Reans WV6 0RE | - not rated | 3,931 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastfield Nursery School Griffin Street , WV1 2HH | 4out of 4 | 4,450 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodley Nursery School Foster Avenue , WV14 9PT | - not rated | 4,875 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodfield Primary School Woodfield Avenue , WV4 4AG | 4out of 4 | 691 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Junior School Woodfield Avenue , Penn WV4 4AG | - not rated | 692 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Infant School Woodfield Avenue , Penn WV4 4AG | - not rated | 692 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Junior School Woodfield Avenue , Penn WV4 4AG | - not rated | 692 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Infant School Woodfield Avenue , Penn WV4 4AG | - not rated | 692 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alder Coppice Middle School The Northway , Sedgley DY3 3PS | - not rated | 2,885 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfields School Boundary Way , Penn WV4 4NT | - not rated | 1,504 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfields School Boundary Way , Penn WV4 4NT | 3out of 4 | 1,504 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colton Hills Community School Jeremy Road , Goldthorn Park WV4 5DG | 3out of 4 | 1,551 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Collegiate Church of England School Compton Park , Compton Road West WV3 9DU | - not rated | 2,830 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Collegiate Academy Compton Park , Compton Road West WV3 9DU | - not rated | 2,830 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,726 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilston Community College Westfield Road , WV14 6ER | - not rated | 4,894 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Wolverhampton College Wellington Road , WV14 6BT | - not rated | 4,902 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 | 1,681 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penn Hall School Vicarage Road , Penn WV4 5HP | - not rated | 974 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penn Hall School Vicarage Road , Penn WV4 5HP | 4out of 4 | 974 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penn Fields School Boundary Way , Penn WV4 4NT | 3out of 4 | 1,531 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Wolverhampton Junior School Penn Road , WV3 0EF | - not rated | 1,674 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Royal Wolverhampton School Penn Road , WV3 0EG | - not rated | 1,677 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn Balti | 394 Penn Road, Wolverhampton | 479 yd | |
| Malabar Restaurant | Malabar, 315A Penn Road | 547 yd | |
| Little Oaks Day Nursery | 1 Woodfield Avenue, Wolverhampton | 650 yd | |
| Bromley House Luncheon Club | Bromley House, Bromley Place | 719 yd | |
| Wings And Paws Shop LTD | Wings And Paws, 58 Warstones Road | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rose & Crown | 351 Penn Road, Wolverhampton | 597 yd | |
| Himley Hall Sailing Club | Himley Park, C/o 32 Coalway Road | 690 yd | |
| Mount Tavern | 245 Penn Road, Wolverhampton | 721 yd | |
| Woodfield Social & Sports Club | Woodfield Sports And Social Club, Woodfield Avenue | 796 yd | |
| Penn Bowling Club | Penn Bowling And Social Club, Manor Road | 804 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn Palace | 390 Penn Road, Wolverhampton | 479 yd | |
| Penn Chippy | 329 Penn Road, Wolverhampton | 547 yd | |
| Subway | 321 Penn Road, Wolverhampton | 547 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Dominos Pizza, 331 Penn Road | 547 yd | |
| Kings Chip Inn Fish Bar | 62 Warstones Road, Wolverhampton | 744 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Tesco Stores Limited, 400 Penn Road | 479 yd | |
| Co-Op | The Co-Operative Food, 46 Warstones Road | 775 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Windsor Avenue Playing Fields PINFOLD LANE | grass pitches | 375 yd |
| Hanbury Lawn Tennis Club HANBURY CRESCENT | tennis courts | 407 yd |
| Woodfield Junior School WOODFIELD PRIMARY SCHOOL WOODFIELD PRIMARY SCHOOL WOODFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 694 yd |
| Woodfield Social & Sports Club Woodfield Avenue | tennis courts | 772 yd |
| Bradmore Recreation Ground BRADMORE RECREATION GROUND BRADMORE RECREATION GROUND CHURCH ROAD | tennis courts | 894 yd |
| Springdale Primary School WARSTONES DRIVE | grass pitches | 901 yd |
| Penn Hall School VICARAGE ROAD | 981 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 | 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% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.