wolverhampton WV16 Postcodes
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Wolverhampton (WV16)
The WV16 postcode area is located in the Wolverhampton postcode town region, within the county of Shropshire, and contains a total of 761 individual postcodes.
There are 116 electoral wards in the WV16 postcode area, including Bilston, Bridgnorth, Willenhall, Wolverhampton which come under the local authority of the Shropshire Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 26% of people in WV16 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 WV16 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The WV16 postcode in the Wolverhampton district (UK English) is a district located in the West Midlands region of England in the United Kingdom. It covers the western half of the city of Wolverhampton, including the towns of Pattingham, Worfield, Albrighton, and Shifnal.
It lies to the west of Wolverhampton and is bordered by WV11 to the east, WV8/WV12 to the north, and Shropshire to the west.
The area is mainly a residential and agricultural area, although the towns along the A454 road have some commercial and industrial businesses.
The main transportation routes in the area include the A4123 Wolverhampton to Cannock road and the A454, both of which provide links to the M6 motorway.
The town of Pattingham is known for its historic architecture, along with the uniquely designed Church of St. Chad. The village of Worfield is located in the lowland region of the South Staffordshire plain known as The Lowlands, and features numerous grammatical elements that were prominent in the Middle Ages.
The Albrighton area is an old market town, with landmarks such as the old hall, the old school and church, and the Albrighton Hall. With Shifnal, the area is most known for its annual flea market and its location on the Severn Valley Railway line.
The WV16 postcode also includes numerous green open spaces and public sites, such as the Green Loop cycle path and Ted Heath Country Park. It also is home to the Shropshire Wildlife Trust's conservation sites, which provide varied habitats and wildlife watching opportunities.
TheWV16 postcode is a vibrant area of the city of Wolverhampton with plenty of places to visit and a mix of historic and modern buildings. It is home to a diverse range of people from all walks of life and provides a great place to live and visit.
Demographics
Shropshire
WV16 is located in the county of Shropshire, in England.
Shropshire has a total population of 486,300, making it the 42nd largest county in the UK.
Shropshire has a total area of 1346 square miles, and a population density of 139 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | WV16 |
| Postal Town | Wolverhampton |
| MSOA Name | Shropshire 031 |
| LSOA Name | Shropshire 031A |
| County | Shropshire |
| Region | Shropshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
WV16 Electoral Wards
The postal region of WV16, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 26% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.