About Bishops Wood

Bishops Wood is a small settlement located in Staffordshire, within the ST19 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and woodland. The area is known for its quiet, peaceful environment and is popular with walkers and nature enthusiasts. The name suggests historical ties to the church, possibly linked to a former bishop’s land or estate. While there are no major landmarks, the surrounding landscape offers a sense of tranquillity and connection to the natural world. The village is close to the border with Shropshire and is accessible via minor roads from nearby towns. It remains a modest community with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Bishops Wood

There are 21 schools in and around Bishops Wood. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bishops Wood

The average property price is £311K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £388K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bishops Wood

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bishops Wood, with 4 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bishops Wood

Bishops Wood sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bishops Wood

Broadband availability in Bishops Wood includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,564 sales

Average Price £311K
£3K — £6M
Detached £388K 1,048
Semi £241K 919
Terraced £202K 385
Flat £121K 97

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary
4 Secondary
6 Other
St John's CofE First School Primary 0.1 miles Ivetsey Bank Hospital School Good 1 miles St Mary's CofE First Academy Primary 2.3 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles St. Dominic's Grammar School 2.9 miles Brewood Middle CofE Academy Middle deemed secondary Good 3 miles St Mary and St Chad CofE First School Primary 3 miles Birchfield School 3.1 miles The Gables Learning Centre Good 3.3 miles St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles Pebblebrook Area Children's Centre Good 3.8 miles Albrighton Primary School & Nursery Primary 3.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bishops Wood IMD 2025

Bishops Wood sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,437 Children (0-15) 16%
16,853 Working Age 61%
8,117 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Bishops Wood 37 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Bishops Wood records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.

19 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Public Order
2 Shoplifting
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Burglary
1 Drugs
1 Other Theft
1 Robbery
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Staffordshire Wheaton Aston & Rural Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Albrighton Train Station 3.4 miles
Cosford Train Station 3.5 miles
Codsall Train Station 4.2 miles
Bilbrook Train Station 4.9 miles
Shifnal Train Station 5.3 miles
Penkridge Train Station 6.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Coldham 1.4 miles Kiddemore Green 1.4 miles Blymhill Lawns 1.8 miles Renshaw Wood 1.9 miles Weston Under Lizard 2 miles Shackerley 2.2 miles Wheaton Aston 2.2 miles Shutt Green 2.5 miles Tong Norton 2.6 miles Codsall Wood 2.6 miles Blymhill 2.6 miles Tong 2.8 miles

Local Government

District South Staffordshire
County Staffordshire
Ward Penkridge North East and Acton Trussell
Constituency Stafford
Parish Penkridge
Region West Midlands

Streets in ST19 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Close 1 Admiral Rodney Gardens 3 Ash Grove 2 Ashleigh Crescent 1 Aston Close 1 Athelstan Close 1 Badger's End 1 Bargate Street 4 Barn Lane 1 Bartlett Close 1 Beacon Park 1 Bedingstone Drive 1 Beech Close 1 Bellhurst Lane 2 Beverley Close 1 Bickford Close 1 Bickford Road 4 Bishops Drive 1 Bitham Close 1 Blount Close 1 Borden Close 1 Boscobel Lane 1 Boscomoor Close 1 Boscomoor Court 1 Boscomoor Lane 2 Boyden Close 1 Bramdean Drive 1 Bridgewater Close 1 Brindley Close 1 Broadholes Lane 1

Postcodes in ST19 50 shown View all postcodes

ST19 5AA ST19 5AD ST19 5AF ST19 5AG ST19 5AH ST19 5AJ ST19 5AL ST19 5AN ST19 5AP ST19 5AQ ST19 5AS ST19 5AT ST19 5AU ST19 5AW ST19 5AX ST19 5AY ST19 5AZ ST19 5BA ST19 5BB ST19 5BD ST19 5BE ST19 5BG ST19 5BH ST19 5BJ ST19 5BL ST19 5BN ST19 5BP ST19 5BQ ST19 5BS ST19 5BT ST19 5BU ST19 5BW ST19 5BX ST19 5BY ST19 5BZ ST19 5DA ST19 5DB ST19 5DD ST19 5DE ST19 5DF ST19 5DH ST19 5DJ ST19 5DL ST19 5DN ST19 5DP ST19 5DQ ST19 5DR ST19 5DS ST19 5DT ST19 5DU