About Little Hay

Little Hay is a small village located in Staffordshire, England, within the WS14 postcode area. This community is primarily residential, offering a quiet atmosphere for its inhabitants. The village is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Staffordshire countryside, providing opportunities for leisurely walks and outdoor activities. Local amenities include a few shops and services that cater to the needs of residents. The village is well-connected to nearby towns, making it convenient for those who wish to explore the surrounding areas. Little Hay's location allows for easy access to both rural landscapes and urban facilities, appealing to those who appreciate a balance of country living and accessibility.

School Ratings in Little Hay

Families in Little Hay have access to 75 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Little Hay

Homes sell for an average of £453K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £516K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Little Hay

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Little Hay, with 46 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Little Hay

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Little Hay among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Little Hay

Broadband services in Little Hay range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. 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

48 Primary
12 Secondary
15 Other
Shenstone Lodge School 0.9 miles Greysbrooke Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Little Sutton Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.9 miles Hill West Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Four Oaks Primary School Primary 2.2 miles The Arthur Terry School Secondary Good 2.3 miles Mere Green Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Little Aston Primary Academy Primary Requires Improvement 2.3 miles Moor Hall Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Coppice Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Langley School Good 2.7 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Little Hay IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Little Hay experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

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 Little Hay 239 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Little Hay are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

83 Violence & Sexual Offences
46 Anti-Social Behaviour
33 Shoplifting
19 Vehicle Crime
13 Public Order
11 Criminal Damage & Arson
11 Drugs
10 Other Theft
5 Other Crime
4 Weapons
3 Burglary
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Staffordshire Bourne Vale & Fazeley 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 1.6 miles
Shenstone Train Station 1.7 miles
Butlers Lane Train Station 2.1 miles
Four Oaks Train Station 2.8 miles
Sutton Coldfield Train Station 3.8 miles
Lichfield City Train Station 4.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shenstone Woodend 0.6 miles Footherley 1.2 miles Hill Wood 1.2 miles Weeford 1.4 miles Watford Gap 1.4 miles Shenstone 1.8 miles Hill Hook 1.8 miles Hints 1.9 miles Roughley 1.9 miles Hill 2 miles Mere Green 2 miles Little Aston 2.2 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