About Chasetown

Chasetown is a small settlement located in Staffordshire, within the West Midlands region of England. It lies within the WS7 postcode area and is situated near the border with the West Midlands county. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing developments and open countryside nearby. Chasetown is part of the larger Cannock Chase district, known for its rural character and proximity to natural landscapes. The village has a modest community infrastructure, including local amenities and access to public transport links. Its location offers convenient access to nearby towns such as Cannock and Walsall, making it a practical choice for commuters. The area reflects a typical English suburban environment with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Chasetown

Families in Chasetown have access to 104 local schools. Fulfen Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chasetown

Homes sell for an average of £251K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £214K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chasetown

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Chasetown, with 23 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chasetown

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chasetown around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Chasetown

Chasetown benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,108 sales

Average Price £251K
£6K — £11M
Detached £329K 1,298
Semi £214K 1,544
Terraced £185K 935
Flat £127K 207

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

65 Primary
14 Secondary
25 Other
Ridgeway Primary Academy Primary 0.2 miles Springhill Primary Academy Primary Good 0.2 miles Chase Terrace Academy Secondary 0.5 miles Highfields Primary Academy Primary 0.6 miles St Joseph & St Theresa Catholic Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Erasmus Darwin Academy Secondary Good 0.7 miles Chasetown Community School 0.8 miles Fulfen Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles Chase Terrace Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Holly Grove Primary Academy Primary 1.3 miles Boney Hay Primary Academy Primary 1.3 miles Brownhills Ormiston Academy Secondary 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Chasetown IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Chasetown are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
8/10
5,344 Children (0-15) 16%
19,059 Working Age 59%
10,281 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.7% 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 Chasetown 156 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Chasetown is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

65 Violence & Sexual Offences
23 Anti-Social Behaviour
14 Vehicle Crime
13 Public Order
13 Shoplifting
11 Criminal Damage & Arson
7 Other Theft
4 Burglary
3 Robbery
1 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
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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

Cannock Train Station 4 miles
Shenstone Train Station 4 miles
Lichfield City Train Station 4.1 miles
Hednesford Train Station 4.1 miles
Landywood Train Station 4.3 miles
Bloxwich Train Station 5.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Burntwood 0.6 miles Triangle 0.6 miles Hammerwich 0.9 miles Gorstey Ley 0.9 miles Chase Terrace 0.9 miles Burntwood Green 1.2 miles Edial 1.2 miles New Town 1.2 miles Creswell Green 1.8 miles Chorley 1.8 miles Norton East 1.9 miles Cold Well 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Lichfield
County Staffordshire
Ward Summerfield & All Saints
Constituency Lichfield
Parish Burntwood
Region West Midlands

Streets in WS7 30 shown View all streets

Acorn Close 2 Acorn View 1 Albion Way 2 Alden Hurst 1 Alltree Road 1 Angel Croft 2 Anglesey Close 1 Anker Close 1 Anson Close 1 Ashgrove 1 Ashley Road 2 Ashmall 1 Ashmead Road 4 Ashmole Avenue 1 Aspen Grove 1 Attwood Road 1 Avon Road 1 Baker Close 1 Baker Street 3 Bampton Avenue 1 Bank Crescent 1 Barn Croft 1 Baron Close 1 Beaudesert 1 Beech Crescent 2 Beechen Grove 1 Belvedere Close 2 Birch Avenue 2 Birch Terrace 2 Bird Grove 2

Postcodes in WS7 50 shown View all postcodes

WS7 0AA WS7 0AB WS7 0AE WS7 0AF WS7 0AH WS7 0AJ WS7 0AL WS7 0AN WS7 0AP WS7 0AQ WS7 0AT WS7 0AX WS7 0AY WS7 0AZ WS7 0BA WS7 0BB WS7 0BD WS7 0BE WS7 0BG WS7 0BH WS7 0BJ WS7 0BL WS7 0BN WS7 0BP WS7 0BQ WS7 0BS WS7 0BT WS7 0BU WS7 0BW WS7 0BX WS7 0BY WS7 0BZ WS7 0DA WS7 0DB WS7 0DF WS7 0DG WS7 0DH WS7 0DJ WS7 0DL WS7 0DP WS7 0DQ WS7 0DS WS7 0DT WS7 0DU WS7 0DW WS7 0DX WS7 0DY WS7 0DZ WS7 0EA WS7 0EB