Loak Road is in Albrighton, Wolverhampton and in Bridgnorth district. WV7 3HS is located in the Albrighton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of The Wrekin. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Loak Road, Albrighton, Wolverhampton, WV7 3HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WV7 3HW, WV7 3HR, WV7 3HP, WV7 3HT, WV7 3HU, WV7 3EN, WV7 3EW, WV7 3HL, WV7 3HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WV7 3HS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 50.1% | 52.7% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 49.9% | 47.3% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 | 31.9% | 36.6% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.2% | 48.8% | -5.4% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 6.3% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 7.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 45.5% | 43.9% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 38% | 36.2% | -1.8% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 14.5% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 4.5% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 18.8% | 17.7% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 10.8% | -7.3% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 13.9% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.2% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 16% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 33.7% | 9.7% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.4% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 95.9% | 94.6% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 94.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5.6% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 47.4% | 46.2% | 1.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Loak Road was 35.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.8% lower than the Albrighton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Loak Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Albrighton and the 458th lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Loak Road, Wolverhampton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £282,500 | 2025-03-21 | £280,378 |
| 30 Loak Road, Wolverhampton, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2020-12-11 | £235,854 |
| 56 Loak Road, Wolverhampton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2019-09-23 | £233,760 |
| 30 Loak Road, Wolverhampton, Shropshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2017-05-31 | £228,038 |
| 52 Loak Road, Wolverhampton, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2016-09-09 | £218,388 |
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albrighton Primary School & Nursery New House Lane , Albrighton WV7 3QS | 3out of 4 | 1,135 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Shaw Lane , Albrighton WV7 3DS | 3out of 4 | 1,628 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckbury CofE Primary School Beckbury , TF11 9DQ | 3out of 4 | 5,287 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchfield School Harriot's Hayes Lane , Albrighton WV7 3AF | - not rated | 2,830 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Austin Roses Limited | David Austin Roses, Bowling Green Lane | 678 yd | |
| Albrighton Garden Centre And Restaurant | Woodthorpe Hall Garden Centres Ltd, Nursery Garden Centre | 772 yd | |
| Albrighton Fish And Chips | 13 High Street, Albrighton | 865 yd | |
| Osiria | 2A - 2B High Street, Albrighton | 865 yd | |
| Major's Carvery And Dessert | Major's, 9 Station Road | 1,035 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal | The Royal British Legion, Delaware Avenue | 469 yd | |
| The Old Bush | Old Bush Inn, 85 High Street | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albrighton Balti Bazaar | 5 - 6 High Street, Albrighton | 799 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Loak Road LOAK ROAD | grass pitches | 199 yd |
| Clockmills FOOTBALL GROUND AND PREMISES FOOTBALL GROUND AND PREMISES WORTHINGTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 219 yd |
| Elysium Health Club (Albrighton) (Closed) Rectory Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 580 yd |
| Albrighton Table Tennis Club CROSS ROAD | 902 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 | 39.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 89.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.