WV9 in Wolverhampton has recorded a five-year compound annual growth rate of 4.7% for prices and 7.4% for rental income, placing it in the 87th percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 57.8/100. The district remains in a latent gentrification stage, indicating developmental potential not yet fully realised. Population growth over the same period stands at 1.3%, suggesting modest demographic expansion. The rental yield differential—rental growth outpacing capital appreciation by 2.7 percentage points—suggests investors may find income-focused strategies more immediately rewarding than property appreciation alone. Market conditions reflect moderate activity within a district at an early development phase.
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- 1Property prices up 4.3% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 7.4% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.3% per year
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What's changing in Wolverhampton · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 2.0 points this month to 56/100, driven mainly by risk.
5 planning applications submitted in WV9 over the last six months, 1 demolition.
- Construction of 65 dwellings, new vehicular access off School Lane, sustainable urban drainage including attenuation pond, sub-station, public open space, landscaping, ancillary infrastructure and demolition of storage/shelter building.Mar 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Single storey side/rear extension and conversion and extension of existing rear conservatory and detached garage to provide additional accommodationJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Canal Conservation Area: 2 Ash- selectively prune branches back to boundary line only.Apr 2026 · Awaiting decision
Wolverhampton (WV9) common questions
Is Wolverhampton up and coming?
Wolverhampton (WV9) has a trajectory score of 56/100 (Strong), placing it in the top 20% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is down 0.6 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Wolverhampton safe?
Wolverhampton has a safety score of 75/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Wolverhampton?
The average property price in Wolverhampton (WV9) is £262k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 4.3% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Wolverhampton?
The median monthly rent in Wolverhampton (WV9) is £898 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Wolverhampton?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Wolverhampton (WV10), Wolverhampton (WV8), Wolverhampton (WV6), Wolverhampton (WV1), Wolverhampton (WV3). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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