Chillington Drive is in Codsall, Wolverhampton and in South Staffordshire district. WV8 1AU is located in the Codsall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Staffordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chillington Drive, Codsall, Wolverhampton, WV8 1AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WV8 1AD, WV8 1AS, WV8 1AT, WV8 1AZ, WV8 1AP, WV8 1EN, WV8 1AY, WV8 1AW, WV8 1AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WV8 1AU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.6% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.4% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 22.2% | 24.7% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.6% | 50.2% | -12.4% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 13.6% | 5.0% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 9.5% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 51.7% | 51.2% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 2.8% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 32% | 0.4% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 13.2% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 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 | 13.6% | 13.3% | -0.3% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 7.9% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 14.1% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 7.9% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 14.9% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.3% | 39.8% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 6.0% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.1% 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 | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.6% | 92.1% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 10.7% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 97.2% | 95.7% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 95.4% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.6% | 37.2% | -16.6% |
| Christian | 71.9% | 46.2% | 25.7% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chillington Drive was 22.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.6% lower than the Bilbrook average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Chillington Drive has the 16th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Bilbrook and the 80th lowest crime rate of 355 local areas in South Staffordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 Chillington Drive, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2025-06-16 | £323,039 |
| 60 Chillington Drive, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £359,950 | 2022-10-28 | £370,742 |
| 68 Chillington Drive, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2021-03-30 | £274,298 |
| 87 Chillington Drive, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2020-05-01 | £227,231 |
| 71 Chillington Drive, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2019-11-08 | £414,095 |
WV8 1AU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 WV8 1AU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elston Hall Nursery School Shelley Road , Fordhouses WV10 6BG | - not rated | 5,131 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Nicholas CofE (C) First School Belvide Gardens , Chillington Drive WV8 1AN | - not rated | 254 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Church of England First School Belvide Gardens , Chillington Drive WV8 1AN | 3out of 4 | 254 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's Catholic Primary School Wolverhampton Road , Codsall WV8 1PF | - not rated | 947 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's Catholic Primary Academy Wolverhampton Road , Codsall WV8 1PF | 3out of 4 | 947 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lane Green First School Bilbrook Road , Bilbrook WV8 1EU | - not rated | 1,041 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Codsall Community High School Elliotts Lane , Codsall WV8 1PQ | 3out of 4 | 835 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldersley High School Barnhurst Lane , Codsall WV8 1RT | - not rated | 2,839 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldersley High School Barnhurst Lane , Codsall WV8 1RT | 3out of 4 | 2,839 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Regis Church of England Academy Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XG | 3out of 4 | 4,116 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Regis School Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XG | - not rated | 4,137 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Codsall Middle School Wolverhampton Road , Codsall WV8 1PB | - not rated | 733 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Codsall Middle School Wolverhampton Road , Codsall WV8 1PB | 3out of 4 | 733 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilbrook CofE (VC) Middle School Bilbrook Road , Codsall WV8 1EU | 3out of 4 | 1,041 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Perton Middle School Gainsborough Drive , Perton WV6 7NR | 3out of 4 | 4,165 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of Coding AEP Limited Unit 8 Newton Court , Pendeford Business Park WV9 5HB | - not rated | 3,114 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Drive School Wrottesley Road , Tettenhall WV6 8SE | - not rated | 4,082 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tettenhall Wood School Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XF | - not rated | 4,152 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tettenhall Wood School Regis Road , Tettenhall WV6 8XF | - not rated | 4,152 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph Convent 24 Sandy Lane , Tettenhall WV6 9EB | - not rated | 4,315 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jungle Boogie | 17 Church Road, Codsall | 438 yd | |
| The Codsall Hive Arts & Crafts Cafe | 17A Church Road, Codsall | 445 yd | |
| Siculo | 9 Station Road, Codsall | 539 yd | |
| Medicine Bakery | 14 Station Road, Codsall | 583 yd | |
| Havannaa Catering | 16 Wood Road, Codsall | 616 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love And Liquor | 1-3 Church Road, Codsall | 425 yd | |
| The Bull | Wolverhampton Road, Codsall | 508 yd | |
| Medicine At The Crown | 1 Wood Road, Codsall | 535 yd | |
| Codsall Conservative Club | 16 Wood Road, Codsall | 596 yd | |
| Charlie's Sports Bar And Grill | 22 Wood Road, Codsall | 625 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Codsall Fish Bar | 1 The Square, Codsall | 424 yd | |
| Greggs | 18 Station Road, Codsall | 583 yd | |
| Birches Bridge Subway | 141 Wolverhampton Road, Codsall | 817 yd | |
| Birches Bridge Fish Bar | 98 Wolverhampton Road, Codsall | 929 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 102 Wolverhampton Road, Codsall | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midcounties Co-operative | Wood Road, Codsall | 558 yd | |
| Co-operative | 74 Wolverhampton Road, Codsall | 877 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Codsall Village Hall WOLVERHAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches | 271 yd |
| Codsall Community High School CODSALL COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL CODSALL COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL ELLIOTTS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 564 yd |
| Codsall Leisure Centre Codsall County High School Codsall County High School Elliotts Lane | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 844 yd |
| Codsall Middle School CODSALL COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL CODSALL COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL WOLVERHAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches | 845 yd |
| Bilbrook C Of E Middle School BILBROOK ROAD | grass pitches | 1,024 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 | 34.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 65.2% |
| Median download speed | 20.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 27.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 58.11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 58.11 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.