About Footherley

Footherley is a small village located in Staffordshire, England, within the WS14 postcode area. The village features a mix of residential homes and local amenities that cater to its residents. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape, making it a pleasant area for those who appreciate outdoor activities. The village is close to larger towns, providing easy access to more extensive shopping and entertainment options. Footherley is well-connected by road, making it convenient for commuting to nearby cities. The local community is active, with various events and gatherings that foster a sense of belonging among residents. Overall, Footherley presents a quiet lifestyle with access to both rural and urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Footherley

There are 93 schools in and around Footherley. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Footherley

The average property price is £453K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £516K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Footherley

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Footherley, with 37 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Footherley

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Footherley ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Footherley

Broadband availability in Footherley 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 2,877 sales

Average Price £453K
£1K — £93.4M
Detached £516K 1,118
Semi £304K 944
Terraced £263K 396
Flat £171K 267

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

58 Primary
16 Secondary
19 Other
Shenstone Lodge School 0.5 miles Little Aston Primary Academy Primary Requires Improvement 1.4 miles Greysbrooke Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Four Oaks Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Hill West Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles St Peter's Church of England Primary Academy Primary 2.1 miles The Arthur Terry School Secondary Good 2.2 miles Little Sutton Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.4 miles Mere Green Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Moor Hall Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Coppice Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Langley School Good 2.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Footherley IMD 2025

Footherley is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
4,513 Children (0-15) 15%
17,824 Working Age 59%
10,301 Older (60+) 34%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.1% 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 Footherley 187 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Footherley sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

66 Violence & Sexual Offences
37 Anti-Social Behaviour
18 Shoplifting
16 Public Order
14 Vehicle Crime
10 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Other Theft
5 Burglary
4 Drugs
4 Other Crime
3 Robbery
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Staffordshire Shenstone,Stonnal,Little Aston 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

Blake Street Train Station 1.1 miles
Shenstone Train Station 1.3 miles
Butlers Lane Train Station 1.9 miles
Four Oaks Train Station 2.9 miles
Sutton Coldfield Train Station 3.9 miles
Lichfield City Train Station 4.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shenstone Woodend 0.6 miles Little Hay 1.2 miles Hill Hook 1.2 miles Shenstone 1.2 miles Lower Stonnall 1.4 miles Little Aston 1.4 miles Watford Gap 1.4 miles Lynn 1.8 miles Hill Wood 1.8 miles Four Oaks 1.9 miles Chesterfield 1.9 miles Mill Green 2 miles

Local Government

District Lichfield
County Staffordshire
Ward Bourne Vale
Constituency Tamworth
Parish Shenstone
Region West Midlands

Streets in WS14 30 shown View all streets

A38 1 A51 2 Abbotsford Road 3 Admiral Parker Drive 1 Alamein Way 2 Alder Close 1 Armada Close 2 Ascot Close 1 Ashcroft Lane 4 Ashmole Close 1 Aston Close 1 Axten Avenue 2 Babington Close 1 Back Lane 3 Baker Way 1 Balmoral Close 1 Barkers Lane 1 Barley Croft 1 Barlow Street 2 Barnes Road 1 Barnfield Close 1 Baskeyfield Close 1 Baytree Walk 1 Beech Gardens 1 Beechwood 1 Birchbrook Lane 2 Birchwood Road 2 Birmingham Road 20 Blackberry Avenue 1 Blacksmith Lane 1

Postcodes in WS14 50 shown View all postcodes

WS14 0AA WS14 0AB WS14 0AD WS14 0AE WS14 0AF WS14 0AG WS14 0AH WS14 0AJ WS14 0AL WS14 0AN WS14 0AP WS14 0AQ WS14 0AR WS14 0AS WS14 0AT WS14 0AU WS14 0AW WS14 0AX WS14 0AY WS14 0AZ WS14 0BA WS14 0BB WS14 0BD WS14 0BE WS14 0BF WS14 0BG WS14 0BH WS14 0BJ WS14 0BL WS14 0BN WS14 0BP WS14 0BQ WS14 0BS WS14 0BT WS14 0BU WS14 0BW WS14 0BX WS14 0BY WS14 0BZ WS14 0DA WS14 0DB WS14 0DD WS14 0DE WS14 0DF WS14 0DG WS14 0DH WS14 0DJ WS14 0DL WS14 0DN WS14 0DP