Area Overview for Bilston North Ward

Area Information

Living in Bilston North Ward means settling into a defined unitary electoral ward within the Wolverhampton Metropolitan Borough. This specific area covers approximately 3.0 square kilometres and forms part of the larger Black Country conurbation. You are situated at coordinates roughly 52.57°N, 2.08°W, bordered by Bilston East, Ettingshall, East Park, and the Metropolitan Borough of Walsall. The community is compact, with nearly 5,000 residents sharing close proximity in an urban setting. Daily life here is shaped by this dense residential footprint where neighbours are likely just metres away. The ward sits firmly within the established fabric of the region, offering a straightforward living environment without the clutter of undeveloped land or significant planning constraints. For buyers considering Bilston North Ward, the scale is manageable, yet the location provides direct access to the wider infrastructure of the West Midlands.

Area Type
District Borough Unitary Ward
Area Size
3.0 km²
Population
4971
Population Density
1652 people/km²

Demographics

The community in Bilston North Ward is distinctly older than the national average. Your potential neighbours have a median age of 70 years, indicating a demographic that values long-term stability and lower-paced living. Age data shows that the total population spans across a wide range, but the central tendency points clearly towards retirement and older living. Property ownership is a dominant theme in this ward. Current figures indicate home ownership levels stand at 60 per cent. This statistic suggests a neighbourhood where long-established families and retirees have stayed, rather than a volatile rental market. The prevalence of owned homes often correlates with quieter streets and greater investment in local maintenance. You are joining a demographic that prioritises settled living, with household compositions largely reflecting this mature population structure. The area has no protected woodlands, nature reserves, or Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, meaning the character is defined entirely by urban development and existing housing.

Household Size

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Accommodation Type

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Tenure

60
majority

Ethnic Group

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most common

Religion

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most common

Household Composition

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Age

70
median
Age: Total
most common

Household Deprivation

N/A
with no deprivation

NS-SEC

18
in Lower managerial occupations

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Planning

Planning Constraints

  • Flood Risk
    Locked
  • Ramsar Wetland Sites
    Locked
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    Locked
  • Protected Nature Reserve
    Locked
  • Protected Woodland
    Locked
  • Crime Risk
    Locked

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the age profile and community feel of Bilston North Ward?
The community is notably mature, with a median age of 70. Data shows this ward is home to 4,971 people across 3.0 km². The high age profile suggests a quiet area dominated by retirees and long-term residents who value stability.

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