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About Charlemont
Charlemont is a residential area located in the West Midlands, within the county of England. It falls under the B71 postcode area and is part of the wider urban landscape of the region. The area is primarily made up of housing developments, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached homes. It is situated near the town of Walsall and is well connected by road, with access to the A456 and A41 roads. Public transport options include local bus services that link the area to nearby towns and shopping centres. Charlemont is a quiet, family-friendly neighbourhood with local amenities such as schools, parks, and convenience stores. The community is diverse, with a range of cultural influences reflected in local businesses and places of worship. It is a practical and accessible location for those working in the wider West Midlands area.
School Ratings in Charlemont
Families in Charlemont have access to 392 local schools. Hargate Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Charlemont
Homes sell for an average of £191K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £199K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Charlemont
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Charlemont, with 85 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Charlemont
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Charlemont 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 Charlemont
There are 77 GP surgeries within three miles of Charlemont, the nearest being Clifton Lane Medical Centre (0.3 miles away).
Local Data for Charlemont
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Property Prices 2,893 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the B71 postcode area.
Household Income in Charlemont ONS 2023
The average total household income in Charlemont is approximately £40,588 a year before tax, 27% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,870. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £31,870.
Businesses in Charlemont ONS 2025
There are approximately 797 active businesses based in Charlemont, around 25 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 8 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Charlemont IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Charlemont 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.
Crime in Charlemont 822 crimes · April 2026
Crime figures for Charlemont 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Charlemont
Of the 12,525 households in and around Charlemont, 53% are owned, 29% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Charlemont.