20,903TOTAL POPULATION
8,440HOUSEHOLDS
9.9%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£31,200AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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WV13 POSTCODE REGION

Wolverhampton (WV13)

The WV13 postcode area is located in the Wolverhampton postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 737 individual postcodes.

There are 7 electoral wards in the WV13 postcode area, including Bilston, Bridgnorth, Willenhall, Wolverhampton which come under the local authority of the Walsall Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 10% of people in WV13 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of WV13 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


Situated in the West Midlands county, the postcode area of WV13 serves the south-eastern area of the city of Wolverhampton in the UK. It is located within the local government district of the City of Wolverhampton.

The area is home to two main areas - Heath Town and East Park, as well as the suburb of Fallings Park. The neighbourhood of Heath Town is located in the north east of the district and is a developed post-war area which has had a lot of regeneration and refurbishment. East Park, located in the south-west, is well established and is known for its red-brick semi-detached houses, large gardens and peaceful streets. Fallings Park is also home to a number of shops, pubs and local amenities.

For transport links, WV13 is served by a number of buses and Wolverhampton Railway Station is only a short distance away. It is also near junction 2 of the M54 motorway which provides direct access to other areas. There are a number of schools in the postcode area, including East Park Primary, an academy, and the Willows Specialist School.

WV13 has a wide range of leisure and entertainment options. Wolverhampton Racecourse is located in the district and is a popular place for a variety of sports and special events. East Park is home to a variety of sports and leisure centres, including ski activity and crazy golf. The neighbourhood of Fallings Park is home to the Fallings Park Library and a variety of clubs, pubs, shops and restaurants.

In terms of healthcare, there is the Fallings Park Medical Centre which offers a range of general practice services and also provides walk-in appointments and evening surgeries. Additionally, there are a number of private clinics and dental services nearby.

The postcode area of WV13 is a desirable residential area with good transport links, a range of leisure activities and excellent healthcare options.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 83%WORKING
  • 17%UNEMPLOYED

17% of people in WV13 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 10%AB
  • 52%C2/C2
  • 38%DE

According to census records, 10% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 72%WHITE
  • 28%NON-WHITE

72% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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WV13West Midlands

West Midlands

The county of West Midlands

WV13 is located in the county of West Midlands, in England.

West Midlands has a total population of 2,864,900, making it the 2nd largest county in the UK.

West Midlands has a total area of 348 square miles, and a population density of 3177 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

West Midlands Postal Town Map
Outward CodeWV13
Postal TownWolverhampton
MSOA NameWalsall 025
LSOA NameWalsall 025D
CountyWest Midlands
RegionWest Midlands
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityWalsall
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

WV13 Electoral Wards

The postal region of WV13, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Ashmore Lake
Bentley
Lane Head
Portobello
Short Heath
Wednesfield
Willenhall
Wyrley and Essington Canal
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