Yew Tree Lane is in Tettenhall, Wolverhampton and in Wolverhampton district. WV6 8UW is located in the Tettenhall Regis 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 Yew Tree Lane, Tettenhall, Wolverhampton, WV6 8UW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WV6 7LQ, WV6 8XL, WV6 8UN, WV6 8ES, WV6 8SW, WV6 8JZ, WV6 7NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WV6 8UW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.8% of residents 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 | 53.1% | 54.8% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 3.8% |
| Male | 46.9% | 45.2% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -3.8% |
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 | 34% | 38.1% | 4.1% | 37.9% | 0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.5% | 46.5% | 6.0% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 0.5% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 8.9% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 5.9% | -5.6% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 35.5% | 39.6% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 36% | 34.8% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 17.2% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 7% | 6% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 30% | 20.2% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 16.3% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 6.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 6.7% | -8.3% | 13.4% | -6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.3% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 19.2% | 10.7% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 25.5% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 6.5% | 6.7% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 3.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 3.1% | 1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.1% | 85.5% | -6.6% | 81.4% | 4.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Other | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 88.8% 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 | 96.1% | 88.8% | -7.3% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 4% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 88.8% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.4% | 8.4% | 9.8% | -1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.2% | 76.7% | -1.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.6% | 37.2% | -7.6% |
| Christian | 56.4% | 46.2% | 10.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 6.8% | 1.7% | 5.1% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Yew Tree Lane was 55.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.8% higher than the Tettenhall Regis average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Yew Tree Lane has the 4th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Tettenhall Regis and the 333rd lowest crime rate of 782 local areas in Wolverhampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 143 Yew Tree Lane, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2025-02-28 | £406,526 |
| 155 Yew Tree Lane, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2022-08-19 | £456,562 |
| 147 Yew Tree Lane, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2021-11-26 | £512,419 |
| 141 Yew Tree Lane, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2017-07-28 | £398,296 |
| 163 Yew Tree Lane, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2017-07-21 | £293,042 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gibbs Street Nursery School Gibbs Street , Whitmore Reans WV6 0RE | - not rated | 2,961 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodthorne Junior School Woodthorne Road South , Tettenhall WV6 8XL | - not rated | 197 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodthorne Infant School Woodthorne Road South , Tettenhall WV6 8XL | - not rated | 197 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodthorne Primary School Woodthorne Road South , Tettenhall WV6 8XL | 3out of 4 | 197 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodthorne Primary School Woodthorne Road South , Tettenhall WV6 8XL | - not rated | 197 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church (Church of England) Infant and Nursery School Shaw Lane , Tettenhall Wood WV6 8EL | 4out of 4 | 769 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regis School Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XG | - not rated | 396 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's Church of England School Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XG | - not rated | 396 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Regis Church of England Academy Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XG | 3out of 4 | 451 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Smestow Academy Windmill Crescent , WV3 8HU | 1out of 4 | 1,785 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Smestow School Windmill Crescent , Castlecroft WV3 8HU | - not rated | 1,805 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 | 260 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Codsall Middle School Wolverhampton Road , Codsall WV8 1PB | - not rated | 3,647 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Codsall Middle School Wolverhampton Road , Codsall WV8 1PB | 3out of 4 | 3,647 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilbrook CofE (VC) Middle School Bilbrook Road , Codsall WV8 1EU | 3out of 4 | 4,033 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | 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 | 4,675 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tettenhall Wood School Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XF | - not rated | 519 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tettenhall Wood School Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XF | - not rated | 519 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Drive School Wrottesley Road , Tettenhall WV6 8SE | - not rated | 1,191 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tettenhall College Incorporated Wood Road , Tettenhall WV6 8QX | - not rated | 1,483 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wightwick Hall School Tinacre Hill , Compton WV6 8DA | - not rated | 1,718 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cute Coffee Lounge | Cute, 72B School Road | 220 yd | |
| Vanilla | 6 School Road, Tettenhall Wood | 774 yd | |
| Massalla Restaurant | Massalla Club, 65 Regis Road | 824 yd | |
| Cafe 29 Ltd | 29 Anders Square, Perton | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | Royal Oak Inn, School Road | 774 yd | |
| Wrottesley Arms | Severn Drive, Perton | 996 yd | |
| The Fieldhouse | Perton Road, Wolverhampton | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Palace | 19 School Road, Tettenhall Wood | 677 yd | |
| MODO Pizza | 30 Anders Square, Perton | 1,081 yd | |
| Syd's Fish, Chips And Grill House | 30 Anders Square, Perton | 1,081 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Perton Middle School PERTON MIDDLE SCHOOL PERTON MIDDLE SCHOOL GAINSBOROUGH DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 229 yd |
| Perton Playing Fields Gainsborough Drive | grass pitches | 278 yd |
| The King'S C.E. School: Visual Arts & Sports College With Science REGIS ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 454 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 | 76 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 98.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.