About Bromley

Bromley is a village located in the West Midlands, within the county of England. It lies in the DY5 postcode area and is situated near the border with Shropshire. The village is characterised by its rural setting and traditional English countryside features, with a mix of residential properties and open farmland. Bromley is part of the larger Bromley and Wroxeter civil parish, and its proximity to the River Severn offers scenic views and opportunities for walking and fishing. The area has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to Roman times, and the nearby ruins of the Roman town of Viroconium Cornoviorum are a notable local landmark. The village maintains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with local amenities including a church, a village hall, and a small shop. It is well-connected by road, with the A442 providing access to nearby towns and cities.

School Ratings in Bromley

Families in Bromley have access to 203 local schools. The Old Park School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bromley

Homes sell for an average of £577K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £339K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bromley

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bromley, with 141 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bromley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bromley around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bromley

Bromley benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 13,811 sales

Average Price £577K
£100 — £46.1M
Detached £1.07M 1,878
Semi £622K 3,068
Terraced £463K 4,010
Flat £339K 4,360

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

115 Primary
28 Secondary
60 Other
Pens Meadow School 0.1 miles Bromley Pensnett Children's Centre Requires Improvement 0.3 miles The Bromley-Pensnett Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Crestwood Park Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles The Crestwood School Secondary Good 0.5 miles The Brier School 0.6 miles Dingle Community Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Bromley Hills Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles St Mark's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Brockmoor Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Kingswinford and Wall Heath Children's Centre Outstanding 1 miles Blanford Mere Primary School Primary Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bromley IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bromley are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
11,440 Children (0-15) 20%
36,386 Working Age 62%
14,121 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 42.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 19.6% 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 Bromley 594 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Bromley is around the national average, with anti-social behaviour representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a city with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

141 Anti-Social Behaviour
139 Violence & Sexual Offences
75 Vehicle Crime
38 Other Theft
37 Criminal Damage & Arson
35 Public Order
35 Shoplifting
30 Drugs
21 Theft from Person
19 Burglary
11 Robbery
9 Other Crime
4 Weapons
Local Policing
West Midlands Kingswinford, Wall Heath and Pensnett 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

Cradley Heath Train Station 2.6 miles
Stourbridge Town Train Station 2.7 miles
Stourbridge Junction Train Station 3.2 miles
Old Hill Train Station 3.9 miles
Tipton Train Station 4 miles
Coseley Train Station 4.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Brockmoor 0.9 miles Pensnett 0.9 miles The Village 0.9 miles Hart's Hill 1.2 miles Woodside 1.2 miles Kingswinford 1.2 miles Round Oak 1.4 miles Wordsley 1.4 miles Russell's Hall 1.4 miles Buckpool 1.4 miles Withymoor Village 1.4 miles Silver End 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Bromley
Ward Bromley Town
Constituency Bromley and Chislehurst
Parish Bromley, unparished area
Region London

Streets in Bromley 30 shown View all streets

A21 4 A233 1 Abbotsbury Road 2 Abinger Close 1 Addison Road 4 Albany Mews 1 Albert Road 3 Albyfield 3 Aldermary Road 1 Alexander Close 1 Alexandra Crescent 4 Almond Close 1 Almond Way 1 Alpine Copse 1 Ambleside 1 Amesbury Road 1 Annesley Place 1 Ansford Road 1 Apollo Avenue 1 Appledore Close 1 Aragon Close 1 Archery Lane 2 Arcus Road 2 Armstrong Close 1 Ash Row 2 Ashburn Court 2 Ashgrove Road 2 Ashmead Gate 1 Ashmore Lane 6 Aspen Copse 1

Postcodes in Bromley 50 shown View all postcodes

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