Bishton Road is in Albrighton, Wolverhampton and in Bridgnorth district. WV7 3LW 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 Bishton Road, Albrighton, Wolverhampton, WV7 3LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WV7 3LN, WV7 3LP, WV7 3LS, WV7 3QP, WV7 3QW, WV7 3LG, WV7 3LJ, WV7 3LH, WV7 3QL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WV7 3LW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% 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 | 53.8% | 54.9% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 46.2% | 45.1% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
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 | 26% | 33% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.8% | 47.1% | 2.3% | 44.2% | 2.9% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 14.3% | 10% | -4.3% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 8.6% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 41.4% | 42.4% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 31.9% | 2.2% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 17.8% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 7.2% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 0.7% | -1.9% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 32.3% | 23.1% | -9.2% | 18.2% | 4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 10% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 15.8% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 7.7% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 18.1% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.7% | 23.5% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 4% | 1.8% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.1% | 99.6% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 98.2% | 97.1% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 97.1% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 20% | 13.5% | 6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bishton Road was 15.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.2% lower than the Albrighton average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
Bishton Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Albrighton and the 155th lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Bishton Road, Wolverhampton, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £53,500 | 1996-11-29 | £251,794 |
WV7 3LW 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 475 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Shaw Lane , Albrighton WV7 3DS | 3out of 4 | 1,302 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckbury CofE Primary School Beckbury , TF11 9DQ | 3out of 4 | 5,149 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chad's CofE (VC) First School Pattingham , WV6 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 5,354 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 | 2,544 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albrighton Fish And Chips | 13 High Street, Albrighton | 595 yd | |
| Osiria | 2A - 2B High Street, Albrighton | 595 yd | |
| Major's Carvery And Dessert | Major's, 9 Station Road | 720 yd | |
| Twelve Thirty Two Limited | 79 - 81 High Street, Albrighton | 752 yd | |
| Next Door Bar | 11 Station Road, Albrighton | 773 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal | The Royal British Legion, Delaware Avenue | 356 yd | |
| The Old Bush | Old Bush Inn, 85 High Street | 662 yd | |
| Harp Hotel | High Street, Albrighton | 822 yd | |
| The Crown | High Street, Albrighton | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albrighton Balti Bazaar | 5 - 6 High Street, Albrighton | 596 yd | |
| Mr Chef Chinese Takeaway | 62B High Street, Albrighton | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Midcounties Co-Operative | The Midcounties Cooperative Ltd, 83 High Street | 827 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Albrighton Table Tennis Club CROSS ROAD | 295 yd | |
| Albrighton Primary School NEWHOUSE LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 440 yd |
| Loak Road LOAK ROAD | grass pitches | 819 yd |
| Elysium Health Club (Albrighton) (Closed) Rectory Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 866 yd |
| Clockmills FOOTBALL GROUND AND PREMISES FOOTBALL GROUND AND PREMISES WORTHINGTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 977 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.