Penn Road is in Wolverhampton and in Wolverhampton district. WV4 4DQ 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 Penn Road, Wolverhampton, WV4 4DQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WV4 4DG, WV4 4EE, WV4 5NP, WV4 5PW, WV4 4ED, WV4 5QY, WV4 5QX, WV4 5QF, WV4 4HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WV4 4DQ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 61.5% | 58% | -3.5% | 51.0% | 7.0% |
| Male | 38.5% | 42% | 3.5% | 49.0% | -7.0% |
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 | 15.4% | 19.1% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -18.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.3% | 50.2% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 10% | 9.2% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 20.1% | 19.1% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 13.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (64.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 27% | 25.9% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -22.5% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 38.9% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 30.7% | 22.8% | -7.9% | 12.7% | 10.1% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 8.5% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 3.8% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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 | 29% | 20.4% | -8.6% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 9.2% | 2.3% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 16.5% | 4.5% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.9% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 14.1% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.4% | 29.6% | -4.8% | 33.8% | -4.2% |
| Other | 5.4% | 5.3% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 2.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 62.5% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 26.7% | 25.9% | -0.8% | 3.1% | 22.8% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 67.9% | 62.5% | -5.4% | 81.4% | -18.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 7.8% | 7.5% | 1.6% | 6.2% |
In this area, 88.4% 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 | 87.8% | 88.4% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.8% | 8.5% | -2.3% | 5.6% | 2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.8% | 88.4% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 11.3% | 10.6% | 9.8% | 1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.8% | 0% | -10.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 13.2% | 37.2% | -24.0% |
| Christian | 49.5% | 46.2% | 3.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 28.5% | 0.9% | 27.6% |
| Other religion | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penn Road was 114.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 133.4% higher than the Penn average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Penn Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Penn and the 225th highest crime rate of 784 local areas in Wolverhampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 434C Penn Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-08-10 | £274,843 |
| 438 Penn Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2020-09-15 | £401,192 |
| 430 Penn Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2019-03-01 | £402,081 |
| 434C Penn Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2011-06-30 | £287,148 |
| 434D Penn Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2002-07-05 | £302,935 |
WV4 4DQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 WV4 4DQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 141 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Nursery School Phoenix Street , Blakenhall WV2 3JS | 3out of 4 | 2,893 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windsor Nursery School Parkfield Road , Parkfield WV4 6EL | 3out of 4 | 3,889 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastfield Nursery School Griffin Street , Off Colliery Rd WV1 2HH | 4out of 4 | 4,821 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School Sedgley Road , Penn WV4 5LG | 4out of 4 | 780 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springdale Primary School Warstones Drive , Penn WV4 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 831 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Warstones Primary School Warstones Road , Penn WV4 4LU | 3out of 4 | 1,064 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Primary School Woodfield Avenue , WV4 4AG | - not rated | 1,125 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Catholic Primary Academy and Nursery Telford Gardens , Merry Hill WV3 7LE | 3out of 4 | 1,640 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfields School Boundary Way , Penn WV4 4NT | 3out of 4 | 1,508 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colton Hills Community School Jeremy Road , Goldthorn Park WV4 5DG | 3out of 4 | 1,637 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Khalsa Academy Wolverhampton Millfields Road , WV4 6AP | 3out of 4 | 3,010 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Smestow School Windmill Crescent , Castlecroft WV3 8HU | 2out of 4 | 3,182 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Collegiate Academy Compton Park , Compton Road West WV3 9DU | 3out of 4 | 3,276 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 | 5,070 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 | 3,503 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 | 2,077 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 | 4out of 4 | 491 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penn Fields School Boundary Way , Penn WV4 4NT | 2out of 4 | 1,546 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| WV2 Education 434b Dudley Road , Blakenhall WV2 3AQ | - not rated | 2,870 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchard Centre (Home and Hospital PRU) Lawnswood Campus , Lawnswood Avenue WV4 6SR | 3out of 4 | 3,030 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Midpoint Centre (Key Stage 4 PRU) Lawnswood Avenue , Parkfields WV4 6SR | 3out of 4 | 3,084 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malabar Restaurant | Malabar, 315A Penn Road | 196 yd | |
| Penn Balti | 394 Penn Road, Wolverhampton | 245 yd | |
| Upper Crust Caterer | Penn Bowling And Social Club, Manor Road | 586 yd | |
| Bromley House Luncheon Club | Bromley House, Bromley Place | 870 yd | |
| Penny's Cafe | 566 Penn Road, Wolverhampton | 909 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rose & Crown | 351 Penn Road, Wolverhampton | 89 yd | |
| Penn Bowling Club | Penn Bowling And Social Club, Manor Road | 586 yd | |
| Penn Cricket Club | Mount Road, Penn | 766 yd | |
| The Hollybush | 494 Penn Road, Wolverhampton | 909 yd | |
| Mount Tavern | 245 Penn Road, Wolverhampton | 944 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn Chippy | 329 Penn Road, Wolverhampton | 196 yd | |
| Subway | 321 Penn Road, Wolverhampton | 196 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Dominos Pizza, 331 Penn Road | 196 yd | |
| Penn Palace | 390 Penn Road, Wolverhampton | 245 yd | |
| Kings Chip Inn Fish Bar | 62 Warstones Road, Wolverhampton | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Tesco Stores Limited, 400 Penn Road | 245 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penn Hall School VICARAGE ROAD | 514 yd | |
| Windsor Avenue Playing Fields PINFOLD LANE | grass pitches | 731 yd |
| Hanbury Lawn Tennis Club HANBURY CRESCENT | tennis courts | 916 yd |
| Penn Cricket Club Club House Club House Mount Road | grass pitches | 944 yd |
| Springdale Primary School WARSTONES DRIVE | grass pitches | 945 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 99.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.