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About Ashwood
Ashwood is a small settlement located in Staffordshire, within the DY6 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and is primarily residential, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes. There are no major commercial centres or public transport links directly within Ashwood, though nearby villages provide access to local amenities. The community is small and close-knit, with residents often relying on nearby towns for shopping and services. The landscape features rolling hills and scattered woodland, typical of the Staffordshire countryside. Ashwood is not a place of significant historical or architectural interest, but it offers a tranquil lifestyle for those seeking a quiet rural setting.
School Ratings in Ashwood
Ashwood is served by 109 schools. Kingswinford and Wall Heath Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Ashwood
Property prices average £257K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £228K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ashwood
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Ashwood, with 51 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Ashwood
Ashwood falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Healthcare in Ashwood
There are 17 GP surgeries within three miles of Ashwood, the nearest being The Summerhill Surgery (1.2 miles away).
Local Data for Ashwood
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Property Prices 3,859 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the DY6 postcode area.
Household Income in Ashwood ONS 2023
The average total household income in Ashwood is approximately £53,064 a year before tax, 4% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,961. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £37,961.
Businesses in Ashwood ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,138 active businesses based in Ashwood, around 41 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 18 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Ashwood IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Ashwood among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.
Crime in Ashwood 287 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Ashwood is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Ashwood
Of the 12,023 households in and around Ashwood, 83% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 10% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Ashwood.