Brownhills, West Midlands | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Brownhills

Brownhills is a town located in the West Midlands county of England, within the WS8 postcode area. It lies to the west of Walsall and is part of the Metropolitan Borough of Walsall. The town has a long history linked to coal mining, and this industrial heritage is reflected in its architecture and local landmarks. Brownhills is situated near the boundary of Staffordshire and is accessible via the A41 and A444 roads, making it a convenient stop for those travelling between Birmingham and the Black Country. The town has a range of local amenities, including shops, schools, and community facilities, serving a close-knit residential population. Its position within the wider West Midlands conurbation means it benefits from proximity to larger urban centres while maintaining a distinct local character.

School Ratings in Brownhills

Brownhills is served by 134 schools. Ogley Hay Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brownhills

Property prices average £218K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £183K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brownhills

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Brownhills, with 31 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brownhills

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brownhills 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.

Healthcare in Brownhills

There are 17 GP surgeries within three miles of Brownhills, the nearest being Parkside Medical Practice (0.2 miles away).

Local Data for Brownhills

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Property Prices 1,818 sales

Average Price £218K

£2K , £7.69M

Detached £278K 378

Semi £183K 806

Terraced £171K 416

Flat £111K 131

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

78 Primary

18 Secondary

38 Other

Outstanding 1

Good 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the WS8 postcode area.

Brownhills Sure Start Children's Centre 0.2 miles St James Academy Primary 0.2 miles Ogley Hay Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.3 miles St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Millfield Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Brownhills Ormiston Academy Secondary 0.6 miles Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Watling Street Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Shire Oak Academy Secondary 1 miles Brownhills West Primary School Primary 1 miles Walsall Wood School Primary 1.1 miles St John's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles

Household Income in Brownhills ONS 2023

The average total household income in Brownhills is approximately £45,960 a year before tax, 17% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,677. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Brownhills £45,960

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £33,677.

Businesses in Brownhills ONS 2025

There are approximately 449 active businesses based in Brownhills, 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 12 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

449 Total businesses

27 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 90%

Small, 10-49 8%

Medium, 50-249 3%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Brownhills IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brownhills 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

5/10

Income

5/10

Employment

4/10

Education

3/10

Health

4/10

Housing

7/10

Living Environment

6/10

Children 0-15 20%

Working age 61%

Older 65+ 19%

3,300 Children (0-15) 20%

10,129 Working Age 61%

3,184 Older (65+) 19%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 41.9% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.7% 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 Brownhills 284 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Brownhills 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 108

Criminal Damage & Arson 31

Shoplifting 29

Vehicle Crime 26

Other Theft 20

Burglary 19

Public Order 15

Anti-Social Behaviour 13

Robbery 7

Other Crime 6

Drugs 4

Weapons 3

Bicycle Theft 2

Theft from Person 1

Local Policing

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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 3.6 miles

Bloxwich Train Station 3.8 miles

Bloxwich North Train Station 3.9 miles

Shenstone Train Station 3.9 miles

Cannock Train Station 4.2 miles

Blake Street Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Catshill 0.6 miles Clayhanger 0.6 miles New Town 0.9 miles Shire Oak 0.9 miles Springhill 1.2 miles Walsall Wood 1.2 miles Highbridge 1.4 miles Triangle 1.4 miles Holly Bank 1.4 miles Hammerwich 1.8 miles Pelsall 1.8 miles Little Wyrley 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Walsall

County Staffordshire

Ward Brownhills

Constituency Aldridge-Brownhills

Parish Walsall, unparished area

Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Brownhills

Of the 6,902 households in and around Brownhills, 65% are owned, 24% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 65% Social rented 24% Private rented 11%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Brownhills

What is the population of Brownhills?

Brownhills has a population of approximately 16,618 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Brownhills?

The average property in and around Brownhills sold for about £218,092, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 38% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Brownhills a deprived area?

Brownhills sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Brownhills?

Brownhills is covered by the WS8 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Brownhills?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Brownhills, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Brownhills?

The nearest railway station to Brownhills is Landywood Train Station, about 3.6 miles away.

Streets in WS8 30 shown View all streets

A5 3 Adams Road 2 Albion Road 1 Albutts Road 2 Allerdale Road 1 Anglesey Crescent 1 Anglesey Road 2 Apex Road 2 Barnetts Lane 2 Barracks Lane 1 Bell Heather Road 1 Birch Avenue 1 Blithfield Road 1 Bradbury Close 1 Bradford Road 1 Bramble Close 1 Brickiln Street 1 Bridge Close 1 Bridge Street 1 Bridge Way 1 Bridgeside Close 1 Brownhills Road 2 Bulrush Close 1 Cape Close 1 Castle Close 1 Castle Street 2 Catshill Road 2 Cedar Avenue 2 Chandlers Keep 2 Chapel Avenue 1

Postcodes in WS8 50 shown View all postcodes

WS8 6AA WS8 6AB WS8 6AD WS8 6AE WS8 6AF WS8 6AG WS8 6AH WS8 6AJ WS8 6AL WS8 6AN WS8 6AP WS8 6AQ WS8 6AR WS8 6AS WS8 6AT WS8 6AU WS8 6AW WS8 6AX WS8 6AY WS8 6AZ WS8 6BA WS8 6BB WS8 6BD WS8 6BE WS8 6BF WS8 6BG WS8 6BH WS8 6BJ WS8 6BL WS8 6BN WS8 6BP WS8 6BQ WS8 6BS WS8 6BT WS8 6BU WS8 6BW WS8 6BX WS8 6BY WS8 6BZ WS8 6DA WS8 6DB WS8 6DD WS8 6DE WS8 6DF WS8 6DG WS8 6DH WS8 6DJ WS8 6DN WS8 6DP WS8 6DR

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