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Location in West MidlandsCastle Bromwich sits where the marker shows within the county.

33,660
Population
13,822
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£46,576
Avg. household income
743
Businesses
4,141
People per km²
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About Castle Bromwich

Castle Bromwich is a suburban area located in the West Midlands, within the county of England. It lies to the west of Birmingham and is part of the Metropolitan Borough of Walsall. The area is known for its residential character, with a mix of housing types including terraced and semi-detached homes. Castle Bromwich has a long history, with the name deriving from the Anglo-Saxon period, and the site of a former castle that once stood in the area. The village centre features a small number of local shops and community facilities, serving the surrounding residential neighbourhoods. The area is well connected by road and rail, with Castle Bromwich railway station providing links to Birmingham and other nearby towns. The postcode area B36 covers the locality, and the community maintains a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Castle Bromwich

Families in Castle Bromwich have access to 266 local schools. Forest Oak School and Merstone School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Castle Bromwich

Homes sell for an average of £228K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £254K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Castle Bromwich

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Vehicle crime is the leading concern across Castle Bromwich, with 86 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Castle Bromwich

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Castle Bromwich within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Healthcare in Castle Bromwich

There are 54 GP surgeries within three miles of Castle Bromwich, the nearest being Parkfield Medical Centre (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Castle Bromwich

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Property Prices 3,358 sales

Average Price £228K
£1K , £3.45M
Detached £355K 373
Semi £254K 1,395
Terraced £184K 1,137
Flat £117K 349

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

141 Primary
40 Secondary
85 Other
Outstanding 3
Good 8
Requires improvement 2
Inadequate 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the B36 postcode area.

Brownmead Primary Academy Primary Good 0.4 miles Timberley Academy Primary Good 0.4 miles Castle Bromwich Junior School Primary 0.4 miles Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School Primary 0.5 miles St Mary and St Margaret's Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Castle Bromwich Infant and Nursery School Primary 0.6 miles SILVER BIRCH SCHOOL Not applicable Good 0.6 miles Park Hall Academy Secondary Good 0.7 miles Hillstone Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Castlewood School Not applicable Requires Improvement 0.8 miles The Heights Academy Not applicable 1 miles Yorkswood Children's Centre 1 miles

Household Income in Castle Bromwich ONS 2023

The average total household income in Castle Bromwich is approximately £46,576 a year before tax, 16% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,924. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Castle Bromwich £46,576
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £34,924.

Businesses in Castle Bromwich ONS 2025

There are approximately 743 active businesses based in Castle Bromwich, around 22 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 7 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

743 Total businesses
22 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Castle Bromwich IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Castle Bromwich experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 23%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 16%
7,639 Children (0-15) 23%
20,451 Working Age 61%
5,556 Older (65+) 17%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 55.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 27% 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 Castle Bromwich 852 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Castle Bromwich are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 400
Vehicle Crime 86
Criminal Damage & Arson 85
Public Order 64
Shoplifting 55
Other Theft 40
Anti-Social Behaviour 29
Other Crime 21
Burglary 20
Drugs 18
Weapons 16
Robbery 16
Bicycle Theft 1
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
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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

Lea Hall Train Station 1.7 miles
Stechford Train Station 2.1 miles
Marston Green Train Station 2.6 miles
Erdington Train Station 3.2 miles
Gravelly Hill Train Station 3.4 miles
Wylde Green Train Station 3.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shard End 0.6 miles Colehall 0.9 miles Buckland End 0.9 miles Kingshurst 0.9 miles Kitt's Green 1.2 miles Castle Vale 1.4 miles Tyburn 1.8 miles Bacon's End 1.8 miles Fordbridge 1.8 miles Water Orton 1.8 miles Minworth 1.9 miles Bromford 2 miles

Local Government

District Solihull
Ward Castle Bromwich
Constituency Meriden
Parish Castle Bromwich
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Castle Bromwich

Of the 12,739 households in and around Castle Bromwich, 63% are owned, 25% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 63% Social rented 25% Private rented 11%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Castle Bromwich

What is the population of Castle Bromwich?
Castle Bromwich has a population of approximately 33,660 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Castle Bromwich?
The average property in and around Castle Bromwich sold for about £227,980, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 35% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Castle Bromwich a deprived area?
Castle Bromwich sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Castle Bromwich?
Castle Bromwich is covered by the B36 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Castle Bromwich?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Castle Bromwich, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Castle Bromwich?
The nearest railway station to Castle Bromwich is Lea Hall Train Station, about 1.7 miles away.

Streets in B36 30 shown View all streets

Alvis Walk 4 Anglesey Avenue 3 Arkle Croft 1 Armstrong Drive 1 Arran Way 2 Asholme Close 3 Aspbury Croft 1 Auckland Drive 10 Austin Croft 1 Austy Close 1 Avon Drive 1 Ayala Croft 1 Ayrshire Close 1 Balmoral Road 2 Barle Grove 3 Beaufort Drive 1 Beechcroft Road 3 Bell Close 1 Bentley Court 2 Bentley Road 3 Berrandale Road 1 Blackbird Croft 2 Blackthorn Road 2 Blandford Avenue 6 Blewitt Close 1 Blossom Grove 4 Bowshot Close 1 Bradewell Road 1 Bradford Road 4 Brockhurst Road 3

Postcodes in B36 50 shown View all postcodes

B36 0AA B36 0AB B36 0AD B36 0AE B36 0AF B36 0AG B36 0AH B36 0AJ B36 0AL B36 0AN B36 0AP B36 0AR B36 0AY B36 0BA B36 0BD B36 0BE B36 0BF B36 0BG B36 0BH B36 0BJ B36 0BN B36 0BP B36 0BS B36 0BT B36 0BU B36 0BX B36 0DA B36 0DB B36 0DD B36 0DG B36 0DH B36 0DJ B36 0DL B36 0DN B36 0DP B36 0DR B36 0DS B36 0DT B36 0DU B36 0DX B36 0DY B36 0EA B36 0EB B36 0EH B36 0EJ B36 0EL B36 0EN B36 0EP B36 0ER B36 0ES