About Great Wyrley

Great Wyrley is a village located in Staffordshire, England, within the WS6 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Walsall and is well-connected by road, making it accessible for visitors. The village features a mix of residential areas and local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of its residents. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, such as walking and cycling. Great Wyrley is also close to several larger urban centres, providing additional facilities and services. The village has a community spirit, with various local events and initiatives aimed at bringing residents together. Overall, Great Wyrley serves as a convenient base for exploring the wider Staffordshire region.

School Ratings in Great Wyrley

Great Wyrley is served by 136 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Great Wyrley

Property prices average £242K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £208K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Great Wyrley

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Great Wyrley, with 25 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Great Wyrley

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Great Wyrley falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Great Wyrley

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Great Wyrley, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,923 sales

Average Price £242K
£2K — £2.8M
Detached £345K 483
Semi £208K 860
Terraced £180K 487
Flat £123K 37

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

86 Primary
16 Secondary
34 Other
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Great Wyrley Academy Secondary Good 0.4 miles Moat Hall Primary Academy Primary 0.4 miles Glenthorne Community Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Bridgtown Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Landywood Children's Centre Inadequate 1.2 miles Landywood Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Jerome Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Cheslyn Hay Academy Secondary Good 1.5 miles Cheslyn Hay Primary Academy Primary 1.5 miles Great Oaks College Good 1.5 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary 1.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Great Wyrley IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Great Wyrley in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
7/10
3,219 Children (0-15) 16%
12,314 Working Age 60%
6,731 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.9% 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 Great Wyrley 140 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Great Wyrley experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established small town.

45 Violence & Sexual Offences
25 Shoplifting
20 Anti-Social Behaviour
12 Public Order
12 Vehicle Crime
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Other Theft
5 Robbery
4 Weapons
3 Burglary
1 Drugs
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Staffordshire Cheslyn Hay & Saredon 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

Landywood Train Station 0.8 miles
Cannock Train Station 1.4 miles
Hednesford Train Station 3 miles
Bloxwich North Train Station 3.2 miles
Bloxwich Train Station 3.3 miles
Walsall Train Station 5.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Littlewood 0.6 miles Landywood 0.6 miles Bridgtown 0.9 miles Churchbridge 0.9 miles Norton Canes 1.2 miles Cheslyn Hay 1.2 miles Rumer Hill 1.4 miles Hobble End 1.4 miles Upper Landywood 1.4 miles Warstone 1.8 miles Little Wyrley 1.8 miles Middle Hill 1.9 miles

Local Government

District South Staffordshire
County Staffordshire
Ward Great Wyrley Town
Constituency South Staffordshire
Parish Great Wyrley
Region West Midlands

Streets in WS6 30 shown View all streets

Achilees Close 1 Acorn Close 2 Ajax Close 1 Alpha Way 1 Alwyn Close 1 Anson Close 1 Anson Road 3 Anstree Close 1 Appledore Close 1 Ash Lane 1 Barn Croft 1 Beaumont Close 1 Beaumont Road 1 Belmont Close 3 Benton's Lane 3 Berwyn Grove 1 Besom Way 1 Bluebell Lane 1 Bobbin Close 1 Boleyn Close 1 Bramwell Drive 1 Bridge Avenue 1 Broadmeadow Lane 2 Brook Lane 2 Brook Road 1 Brooklands Avenue 2 Campian's Avenue 1 Cedar Grove 2 Cemetery Street 2 Chapel Square 2

Postcodes in WS6 50 shown View all postcodes

WS6 6AA WS6 6AB WS6 6AD WS6 6AE WS6 6AF WS6 6AG WS6 6AH WS6 6AJ WS6 6AL WS6 6AP WS6 6AQ WS6 6AR WS6 6AS WS6 6AT WS6 6AU WS6 6AX WS6 6AY WS6 6AZ WS6 6BA WS6 6BB WS6 6BD WS6 6BE WS6 6BF WS6 6BG WS6 6BH WS6 6BJ WS6 6BL WS6 6BN WS6 6BP WS6 6BQ WS6 6BS WS6 6BT WS6 6BU WS6 6BW WS6 6BX WS6 6BY WS6 6BZ WS6 6DA WS6 6DB WS6 6DD WS6 6DE WS6 6DF WS6 6DG WS6 6DH WS6 6DJ WS6 6DL WS6 6DN WS6 6DP WS6 6DQ WS6 6DR