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Location in StaffordshireUpper Landywood sits where the marker shows within the county.

16,783
Population
7,315
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£48,051
Avg. household income
460
Businesses
1,549
People per km²
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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 191 schools in and around Upper Landywood. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Upper Landywood

The average property price is £243K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £214K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Upper Landywood

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Upper Landywood, with 26 recorded incidents in May 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.

Healthcare in Upper Landywood

There are 35 GP surgeries within three miles of Upper Landywood, the nearest being Quinton Practice (0.7 miles away).

Local Data for Upper Landywood

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Property Prices 1,973 sales

Average Price £243K
£2K , £2.8M
Detached £353K 485
Semi £214K 867
Terraced £183K 503
Flat £117K 60

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

109 Primary
24 Secondary
58 Other
Good 4
Inadequate 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the WS6 postcode area.

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

Household Income in Upper Landywood ONS 2023

The average total household income in Upper Landywood is approximately £48,051 a year before tax, 13% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,386. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Upper Landywood £48,051
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £34,386.

Businesses in Upper Landywood ONS 2025

There are approximately 460 active businesses based in Upper Landywood, around 27 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 5 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

460 Total businesses
27 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

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
Children 0-15 15%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 25%
2,598 Children (0-15) 15%
10,023 Working Age 60%
4,164 Older (65+) 25%
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 141 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Upper Landywood sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 50
Anti-Social Behaviour 26
Other Theft 11
Criminal Damage & Arson 10
Public Order 9
Vehicle Crime 9
Robbery 7
Shoplifting 7
Drugs 5
Burglary 3
Weapons 2
Bicycle Theft 1
Other Crime 1
Local Policing
Staffordshire Cheslyn Hay & Saredon Visit force website →
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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

Home Ownership in Upper Landywood

Of the 7,208 households in and around Upper Landywood, 76% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 9% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 76% Social rented 15% Private rented 9%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Upper Landywood.

Frequently Asked Questions about Upper Landywood

What is the population of Upper Landywood?
Upper Landywood has a population of approximately 16,783 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Upper Landywood?
The average property in and around Upper Landywood sold for about £242,602, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 31% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Upper Landywood a deprived area?
Upper Landywood sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Upper Landywood?
Upper Landywood is covered by the WS6 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Upper Landywood?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Upper Landywood, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Upper Landywood?
The nearest railway station to Upper Landywood is Landywood Train Station, about 0.7 miles away.

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 6AW 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