About Littlewood

Littlewood is a small village located in Staffordshire, England, within the WS6 postcode area. This community is primarily residential, offering a peaceful environment for its inhabitants. The village features a number of local amenities, including a few shops and a primary school, catering to the daily needs of residents. Surrounding Littlewood are various green spaces and parks, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and leisurely walks. The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, making it convenient for those who wish to explore the surrounding area or commute for work. Littlewood presents a simple and functional lifestyle, appealing to families and individuals seeking a quieter place to live.

School Ratings in Littlewood

Littlewood is served by 148 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Littlewood

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 Littlewood

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Littlewood, with 16 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Littlewood

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Littlewood 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 Littlewood

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Littlewood, 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

90 Primary
19 Secondary
39 Other
Great Wyrley Academy Secondary Good 0.2 miles Glenthorne Community Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Moat Hall Primary Academy Primary 0.3 miles St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Bridgtown Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Cheslyn Hay Academy Secondary Good 0.9 miles Cheslyn Hay Primary Academy Primary 0.9 miles Great Oaks College Good 1.2 miles Landywood Children's Centre Inadequate 1.2 miles Landywood Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy Requires Improvement 1.3 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Littlewood IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Littlewood 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 Littlewood 148 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Littlewood 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.

65 Violence & Sexual Offences
16 Shoplifting
13 Vehicle Crime
12 Anti-Social Behaviour
11 Public Order
10 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Burglary
5 Other Theft
4 Robbery
3 Drugs
3 Other Crime
1 Weapons
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 0.6 miles
Cannock Train Station 1.4 miles
Hednesford Train Station 3.2 miles
Bloxwich North Train Station 3.3 miles
Bloxwich Train Station 3.3 miles
Penkridge Train Station 5.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Cheslyn Hay 0.6 miles Great Wyrley 0.6 miles Bridgtown 0.6 miles Churchbridge 0.6 miles Landywood 0.9 miles Middle Hill 1.2 miles Rumer Hill 1.2 miles Upper Landywood 1.2 miles Laney Green 1.4 miles Warstone 1.4 miles Hobble End 1.8 miles Norton Canes 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