About Hednesford

Hednesford is a town located in Staffordshire, England, within the postcode area WS12. It lies to the north of Cannock and is part of the Cannock Chase district. The town has a mix of residential areas and local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks. Hednesford Park is a notable green space, providing a place for recreation and leisure activities. The town is well-connected by road and rail, with Hednesford railway station offering services to nearby cities. Additionally, the surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and outdoor pursuits. Hednesford also has a local football club, Hednesford Town F.C., which adds to the community spirit. Overall, Hednesford serves as a practical base for those exploring the wider Staffordshire area.

School Ratings in Hednesford

Hednesford is served by 72 schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hednesford

Property prices average £229K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £188K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hednesford

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Hednesford, with 72 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hednesford

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hednesford 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 Hednesford

Most properties in Hednesford can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,982 sales

Average Price £229K
£2K — £12.87M
Detached £295K 2,076
Semi £188K 2,432
Terraced £164K 892
Flat £93K 388

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

49 Primary
13 Secondary
10 Other
Hednesford Nursery School Nursery Good 0.3 miles St Peter's CofE Primary Academy Primary Good 0.4 miles West Hill Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Kingsmead School Secondary Good 0.5 miles Hednesford Valley High School Good 0.8 miles Chadsmoor Community Infants and Nursery School Primary Good 0.8 miles Staffordshire University Academy Secondary Good 1 miles Chadsmoor CofE (VC) Junior School Primary Good 1.1 miles Pye Green Academy Primary Good 1.1 miles Hazel Slade Primary Academy Primary 1.2 miles Redhill Primary School Primary 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Hednesford IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Hednesford 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
8/10
9,475 Children (0-15) 18%
34,202 Working Age 63%
13,889 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.3% 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 Hednesford 435 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Hednesford 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.

189 Violence & Sexual Offences
72 Anti-Social Behaviour
39 Shoplifting
35 Public Order
27 Criminal Damage & Arson
24 Drugs
14 Other Theft
12 Vehicle Crime
11 Other Crime
5 Weapons
4 Robbery
3 Burglary
Local Policing
Staffordshire Hednesford 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

Hednesford Train Station 0.3 miles
Cannock Train Station 1.9 miles
Landywood Train Station 3.9 miles
Rugeley Town Train Station 4 miles
Rugeley Trent Valley Train Station 4.8 miles
Penkridge Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Church Hill 0 yards Littleworth 0.6 miles West Hill 0.6 miles Green Heath 0.9 miles Wimblebury 0.9 miles High Town 1.2 miles West Chadsmoor 1.2 miles Rawnsley 1.2 miles Hazelslade 1.2 miles Chadsmoor 1.4 miles Blackfords 1.4 miles Hawks Green 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Cannock Chase
County Staffordshire
Ward Hednesford North
Constituency Cannock Chase
Parish Brindley Heath
Region West Midlands

Notable & Famous People from Hednesford 1 people

Les Talbot
Association football coach
English football player and manager (1910–1983)

Streets in WS12 30 shown View all streets

A460 3 Abbey Street 1 Acacia Grove 1 Adams Way 1 Adelaide Drive 1 Aintree Close 1 Albany Drive 1 Albert Davie Drive 1 Albert Street 1 Alder Way 1 Almond Road 1 Alnwick Close 1 Alpine Drive 1 Alston Close 1 Anglesey Street 4 Ansty Drive 1 Archer Drive 1 Ardgay Drive 1 Arnotdale Drive 1 Arthur Street 1 Ash View 1 Ashdale Close 1 Aspen Court 1 Avenue Road 1 Badger Close 1 Badgers Way 2 Bakers Way 1 Balmoral Drive 1 Bank Street 3 Barber Close 1

Postcodes in WS12 50 shown View all postcodes

WS12 0AB WS12 0AD WS12 0FA WS12 0FB WS12 0FD WS12 0FE WS12 0FG WS12 0FH WS12 0FJ WS12 0FL WS12 0FP WS12 0FR WS12 0FT WS12 0FU WS12 0FW WS12 0HX WS12 0JH WS12 0JJ WS12 0JL WS12 0JN WS12 0JR WS12 0JS WS12 0JT WS12 0JU WS12 0JW WS12 0JX WS12 0JY WS12 0JZ WS12 0NZ WS12 0PD WS12 0PE WS12 0PF WS12 0PG WS12 0PH WS12 0PJ WS12 0PL WS12 0PN WS12 0PP WS12 0PQ WS12 0PR WS12 0PS WS12 0PT WS12 0PU WS12 0PW WS12 0PX WS12 0PY WS12 0PZ WS12 0QA WS12 0QB WS12 0QD