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Corfe Close is in Wolverhampton and in South Staffordshire district. WV6 7RT is located in the Perton East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Staffordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.

StreetScan combines information about Corfe Close, Wolverhampton, WV6 7RT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: WV6 7RZ, WV6 7RR, WV6 7RS, WV6 7RG, WV6 7RW, WV6 7SH, WV6 7SZ, WV6 7PW, WV6 7RX.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WV6 7RT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female47.9%50.3%2.4% 51.0% -0.7%
Male52.1%49.7%-2.4% 49.0% 0.7%

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 WV6 7RT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.5% 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)
Single26.1%22.1%-4.0% 37.9% -15.8%
Married: Opposite sex64.3%62.5%-1.8% 44.2% 18.3%
Civil partnership: Same sex0%0.8%0.8% 0.1% 0.7%
Separated1.1%1.2%0.1% 2.2% -1.0%
Divorced6.7%7.9%1.2% 9.1% -1.2%
Widowed1.8%5.5%3.7% 6.1% -0.6%

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.

This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health50.4%45.8%-4.6% 48.4% -2.6%
Good health37.5%39.7%2.2% 33.6% 6.1%
Fair health8.6%9.8%1.2% 12.7% -2.9%
Bad health2.9%3.7%0.8% 4.0% -0.3%
Very bad health0.6%1%0.4% 1.2% -0.2%

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.

In the area around WV6 7RT this area, 8.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications9.5%8.3%-1.2% 18.2% -9.9%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 13.4%11.1%-2.3% 9.6% 1.5%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels16.6%17.8%1.2% 13.4% 4.4%
Apprenticeship7.1%6.3%-0.8% 5.3% 1.0%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels16.6%16.2%-0.4% 16.9% -0.7%
Degree or Similar32.2%36.8%4.6% 33.8% 3.0%
Other4.6%3.6%-1.0% 2.8% 0.8%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Indian6.6%3.4%-3.2% 3.1% 0.3%
Other Asian0.3%0%-0.3% 1.6% -1.6%
Black Caribbean0.9%1%0.1% 1.0% 0.0%
Other Black0%0.3%0.3% 0.5% -0.2%
Mixed White and Asian0.9%1%0.1% 0.8% 0.2%
Mixed White and Caribbean0.9%1%0.1% 0.9% 0.1%
Mixed Other0%1%1.0% 0.8% 0.2%
White86.8%90.2%3.4% 81.4% 8.8%
Other3.7%2%-1.7% 1.6% 0.4%

Country of Birth

In this area, 95.3% 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%95.3%-0.7% 83.2% 12.1%
European Union0%2%2.0% 6.1% -4.1%
Rest of Europe0%0.3%0.3% 0.8% -0.5%
Africa0.3%0%-0.3% 2.7% -2.7%
Middle East and Asia3.7%2%-1.7% 5.6% -3.6%
The Americas and the Caribbean0%0.3%0.3% 1.3% -1.0%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK95.7%94.9%-0.8% 83.2% 11.7%
10+ Years0%4.1%4.1% 9.8% -5.7%
5-10 Years0%1%1.0% 2.9% -1.9%
2-5 Years0.3%0%-0.3% 2.2% -2.2%
Less than 2 years4%0%-4.0% 1.9% -1.9%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom89% 76.7% 12.3%
Italy0.3% 0.6% -0.3%
Romania1.3% 0.9% 0.4%
Other EU countries0.3% 1.5% -1.2%
No passport held9% 13.5% -4.5%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion31.1% 37.2% -6.1%
Christian61.1% 46.2% 14.9%
Hindu0.3% 1.7% -1.4%
Sikh4.1% 0.9% 3.2%
Not answered3.4% 6.0% -2.6%

Safety

Is Corfe Close Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Corfe Close was 11.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.3% lower than the Pattingham, Trysull, Bobbington & Lower Penn average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.

Corfe Close has the 4th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Pattingham, Trysull, Bobbington & Lower Penn and the 35th lowest crime rate of 355 local areas in South Staffordshire .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.0%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£43,700
Income Rank
5/10

Household Income in WV6 7RT, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Corfe Close are based on 19 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for South Staffordshire.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Corfe Close, Wolverhampton, WV6 7RT

Estimated Average Property Prices for WV6 7RT

Average Price
£352,423
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£352,423
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Corfe Close

Average Price
£335,889
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£335,889
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Corfe CloseStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
10 Corfe Close, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire
Detached, an established residential building
£268,5002025-07-23 £270,788
4 Corfe Close, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire
Detached, an established residential building
£380,0002024-09-27 £394,060
11 Corfe Close, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire
Detached, an established residential building
£275,0002020-02-04 £371,669
5 Corfe Close, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire
Detached, an established residential building
£223,5002019-12-05 £297,163
2 Corfe Close, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire
Detached, an established residential building
£242,5002019-12-05 £322,425
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for WV6 7RT

Employment

WV6 7RT 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 WV6 7RT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.

Economic Activity

Retired83
Full-Time Employee78
Part-Time Employee34
Self-Employed24
Student (economically inactive)11
Unemployed6
Looking after home or family6
Other5
Long-Term Sick or disabled5
Full-Time Student (with or without job)1

Employment Industry

Manufacturing33
Education30
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles28
Human health and social work activities18
Construction16
Financial and insurance activities14
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security14
Other12
Professional, scientific and technical activities8
Administrative and support service activities7
Transport and storage6
Real estate activities5
Accommodation and food service activities4
Information and communication3
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 2
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1
Agriculture, forestry and fishing1

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Gibbs Street Nursery School
Gibbs Street , Whitmore Reans WV6 0RE
- not rated 3,622 yd Local authority nursery school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Perton Primary Academy
Sandown Drive , Perton WV6 7PS
3out of 4 521 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Perton Sandown First School
Sandown Drive , Perton WV6 7PS
- not rated 521 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Woodthorne Junior School
Woodthorne Road South , Tettenhall WV6 8XL
- not rated 971 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Woodthorne Infant School
Woodthorne Road South , Tettenhall WV6 8XL
- not rated 971 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Woodthorne Primary School
Woodthorne Road South , Tettenhall WV6 8XL
3out of 4 971 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Regis School
Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XG
- not rated 1,179 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The King's Church of England School
Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XG
- not rated 1,179 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
St Regis Church of England Academy
Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XG
3out of 4 1,235 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Smestow Academy
Windmill Crescent , WV3 8HU
1out of 4 1,548 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Smestow School
Windmill Crescent , Castlecroft WV3 8HU
- not rated 1,557 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

Middle deemed secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Perton Middle School
Gainsborough Drive , Perton WV6 7NR
3out of 4 811 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Codsall Middle School
Wolverhampton Road , Codsall WV8 1PB
- not rated 4,130 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Codsall Middle School
Wolverhampton Road , Codsall WV8 1PB
3out of 4 4,130 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Bilbrook CofE (VC) Middle School
Bilbrook Road , Codsall WV8 1EU
3out of 4 4,625 yd Voluntary controlled school No Mixed More About School

All-through

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
The Royal School, Wolverhampton
Penn Road , WV3 0EG
3out of 4 4,930 yd Free schools No Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Wightwick Hall School
Tinacre Hill , Compton WV6 8DA
- not rated 990 yd Community special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Wightwick Hall School
Tinacre Hill , Compton WV6 8DA
3out of 4 990 yd Academy special converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Tettenhall Wood School
Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XF
- not rated 1,304 yd Community special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Tettenhall Wood School
Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XF
- not rated 1,304 yd Academy special converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The Drive School
Wrottesley Road , Tettenhall WV6 8SE
- not rated 1,969 yd Other independent school 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
Cafe 29 Ltd29 Anders Square, Perton567 yd
Flamingo Pink17 Anders Square, Perton605 yd
Cute Coffee LoungeCute, 72B School Road718 yd
Vanilla6 School Road, Tettenhall Wood1,092 yd
Wightwick Manor Tearoom And ShopWightwick Manor Shop, Wightwick Manor1,094 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Wrottesley ArmsSevern Drive, Perton441 yd
The FieldhousePerton Road, Wolverhampton622 yd
Royal OakRoyal Oak Inn, School Road1,092 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
MODO Pizza30 Anders Square, Perton564 yd
Syd's Fish, Chips And Grill House30 Anders Square, Perton564 yd
Autumn Palace19 School Road, Tettenhall Wood987 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Sainsburys Supermarkets LtdColeridge Drive, Perton599 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Perton Playing Fields
Gainsborough Drive
grass pitches509 yd
Perton Middle School
PERTON MIDDLE SCHOOL PERTON MIDDLE SCHOOL GAINSBOROUGH DRIVE
grass pitches, tennis courts781 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 speed40 Mbit/s
Average download speed111.2 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed600 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed600 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed9 Mbit/s
Average upload speed12.5 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed40 Mbit/s

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