About Hill Ridware

Hill Ridware is a small village located in Staffordshire, England, within the postcode area WS15. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. Its location offers easy access to surrounding areas, making it a convenient base for exploring the Staffordshire countryside. The village is served by local amenities, including a primary school and a few shops. Nearby, you can find various walking routes that allow for exploration of the scenic landscape typical of this part of England. Hill Ridware is also close to larger towns, providing additional facilities and services for residents and visitors alike.

School Ratings in Hill Ridware

There are 32 schools in and around Hill Ridware. The St. Mary's CofE Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hill Ridware

The average property price is £268K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £195K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hill Ridware

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Hill Ridware, with 12 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hill Ridware

Hill Ridware 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 Hill Ridware

Broadband speeds in Hill Ridware are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,331 sales

Average Price £268K
£4K — £16.25M
Detached £362K 1,664
Semi £195K 1,867
Terraced £176K 1,211
Flat £120K 287

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

24 Primary
2 Secondary
6 Other
Henry Chadwick Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles The Croft Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Hob Hill CE/Methodist (VC) Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Hayes Meadow Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Rugeley School Good 1.6 miles Redbrook Hayes Community Primary School Primary 1.7 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary 1.8 miles St James Church of England Primary Academy Primary 1.9 miles Churchfield CofE Primary Academy Primary Good 2 miles Chase View Community Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Chancel Primary School Primary 2.1 miles Longdon Hall School Good 2.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Hill Ridware IMD 2025

Hill Ridware 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
7,738 Children (0-15) 17%
27,335 Working Age 60%
13,902 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.1% 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 Hill Ridware 153 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Hill Ridware sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

79 Violence & Sexual Offences
12 Criminal Damage & Arson
12 Public Order
11 Other Theft
11 Shoplifting
10 Anti-Social Behaviour
8 Vehicle Crime
7 Burglary
2 Drugs
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Staffordshire Lichfield 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

Rugeley Trent Valley Train Station 1.8 miles
Rugeley Town Train Station 1.8 miles
Hednesford Train Station 5.6 miles
Lichfield City Train Station 5.8 miles
Cannock Train Station 7.1 miles
Shenstone Train Station 8.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Rake End 0.6 miles Armitage 0.6 miles Mavesyn Ridware 0.9 miles Pipe Ridware 1.2 miles Handsacre 1.4 miles Brereton 1.4 miles Brereton Cross 1.4 miles Breretonhill 1.8 miles Nethertown 1.9 miles Rugeley 2 miles Blithbury 2 miles Longdon 2 miles

Local Government

District Cannock Chase
County Staffordshire
Ward Brereton and Ravenhill
Constituency Cannock Chase
Parish Brereton and Ravenhill
Region West Midlands

Streets in WS15 30 shown View all streets

A460 1 A51 3 A513 1 Abbots Bromley Road 1 Abbots Walk 1 Alandale Avenue 1 Albany Drive 1 Albion Street 1 Alen Brit Walk 1 Alfred Lyons Close 1 Anson Street 6 Antler Drive 1 Arch Street 2 Arden Close 1 Arden Walk 1 Armishaw Place 1 Armitage Gardens 1 Armitage Lane 3 Armitage Road 8 Arthur Evans Close 1 Arthur Wood Place 1 Ashbrook Lane 4 Ashleigh Road 1 Ashtree Bank 1 Attlee Crescent 2 Averill Drive 1 B5013 1 B5014 1 B5234 1 Back Lane 25

Postcodes in WS15 50 shown View all postcodes

WS15 1AA WS15 1AB WS15 1AD WS15 1AE WS15 1AF WS15 1AG WS15 1AH WS15 1AJ WS15 1AL WS15 1AN WS15 1AP WS15 1AQ WS15 1AR WS15 1AS WS15 1AT WS15 1AU WS15 1AW WS15 1AX WS15 1AY WS15 1AZ WS15 1BA WS15 1BB WS15 1BD WS15 1BE WS15 1BF WS15 1BG WS15 1BH WS15 1BJ WS15 1BL WS15 1BN WS15 1BP WS15 1BQ WS15 1BS WS15 1BT WS15 1BU WS15 1BW WS15 1BX WS15 1BY WS15 1BZ WS15 1DA WS15 1DB WS15 1DD WS15 1DE WS15 1DF WS15 1DG WS15 1DH WS15 1DJ WS15 1DL WS15 1DN WS15 1DP