About Upper Landywood

Upper Landywood is a village located in Staffordshire, England, within the WS6 postcode area. It is primarily a residential area, offering a peaceful environment for families and individuals alike. The village is conveniently situated near the larger town of Cannock, providing access to a range of amenities, including shops, schools, and recreational facilities. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, with various walking paths and green spaces available for residents and visitors. Upper Landywood is well-connected by local roads, making it easy to explore nearby towns and attractions in Staffordshire. The community is served by public transport, ensuring that it is accessible for those commuting to work or seeking leisure activities in the region.

School Ratings in Upper Landywood

There are 189 schools in and around Upper Landywood. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Upper Landywood

The average property price is £242K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £208K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Upper Landywood

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Upper Landywood, with 25 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Upper Landywood

Upper Landywood 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 Upper Landywood

Broadband availability in Upper Landywood includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. 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

108 Primary
24 Secondary
57 Other
Landywood Children's Centre Inadequate 0.3 miles Landywood Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Glenthorne Community Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Moat Hall Primary Academy Primary 1.1 miles Cheslyn Hay Academy Secondary Good 1.3 miles Cheslyn Hay Primary Academy Primary 1.3 miles Great Wyrley Academy Secondary Good 1.4 miles St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Abbey Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Lower Farm Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles St John's Primary Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Jubilee Academy Mossley Primary 1.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Upper Landywood IMD 2025

Upper Landywood 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
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 Upper Landywood 140 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Upper Landywood sit broadly in line with national averages for a small 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.

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 0.7 miles
Bloxwich North Train Station 2 miles
Bloxwich Train Station 2.1 miles
Cannock Train Station 2.7 miles
Hednesford Train Station 4.4 miles
Walsall Train Station 4.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Warstone 0.6 miles Springhill 0.9 miles Newtown 0.9 miles Landywood 0.9 miles Hobble End 1.2 miles Littlewood 1.2 miles Laney Green 1.4 miles Cheslyn Hay 1.4 miles Great Wyrley 1.4 miles Fishley 1.8 miles Little Bloxwich 1.8 miles Essington 1.8 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