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Location in West MidlandsChelmsley Wood sits where the marker shows within the county.

38,216
Population
15,370
Households
2 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£44,770
Avg. household income
799
Businesses
2,096
People per km²
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About Chelmsley Wood

Chelmsley Wood is a residential area located in the West Midlands, within the county of England. It falls under the B37 postcode area and is situated near the town of Solihull. The area is primarily made up of modern housing developments, providing homes for a diverse community. It is well-connected by road, with easy access to the M42 motorway, making commuting to nearby cities such as Birmingham and Coventry straightforward. Chelmsley Wood is also served by local bus routes, offering public transport options for residents. The area includes several local amenities, including schools, shops, and recreational spaces, contributing to a convenient lifestyle. While it is not a historic settlement, it has developed into a functional and accessible part of the wider metropolitan region.

School Ratings in Chelmsley Wood

Chelmsley Wood is served by 166 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chelmsley Wood

Property prices average £252K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £172K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chelmsley Wood

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Vehicle crime accounts for the highest share in Chelmsley Wood, with 109 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chelmsley Wood

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chelmsley Wood is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.

Healthcare in Chelmsley Wood

There are 37 GP surgeries within three miles of Chelmsley Wood, the nearest being Croft Medical Centre (0.1 miles away).

Local Data for Chelmsley Wood

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Property Prices 3,416 sales

Average Price £252K
£3K , £18.45M
Detached £366K 392
Semi £228K 926
Terraced £172K 1,520
Flat £108K 463

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

96 Primary
22 Secondary
48 Other
Good 5

Ofsted ratings for schools in the B37 postcode area.

Bishop Wilson Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Windy Arbor Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Coleshill Heath School Primary 0.4 miles Chelmsley Wood Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles WMG Academy for Young Engineers (Solihull) Secondary 0.7 miles St Anne's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.7 miles John Henry Newman Catholic College Secondary Good 1.1 miles Marston Green Junior School Primary 1.1 miles Fordbridge Community Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst Secondary 1.1 miles Grace Academy Solihull Secondary Good 1.1 miles The Coleshill School Secondary Good 1.1 miles

Household Income in Chelmsley Wood ONS 2023

The average total household income in Chelmsley Wood is approximately £44,770 a year before tax, 19% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,041. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Chelmsley Wood £44,770
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £34,041.

Businesses in Chelmsley Wood ONS 2025

There are approximately 799 active businesses based in Chelmsley Wood, around 21 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 79% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 58 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

799 Total businesses
21 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 79%
Small, 10-49 14%
Medium, 50-249 5%
Large, 250+ 2%

Deprivation and Employment in Chelmsley Wood IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Chelmsley Wood as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
2/10
Income
3/10
Employment
2/10
Education
2/10
Health
2/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 22%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 17%
8,556 Children (0-15) 22%
23,487 Working Age 61%
6,173 Older (65+) 16%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 56.3% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 30.6% 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 Chelmsley Wood 769 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Chelmsley Wood 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 298
Vehicle Crime 109
Shoplifting 81
Criminal Damage & Arson 78
Public Order 44
Anti-Social Behaviour 41
Other Theft 31
Burglary 24
Drugs 18
Weapons 17
Robbery 12
Other Crime 12
Bicycle Theft 3
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

Marston Green Train Station 1.2 miles
Lea Hall Train Station 2.5 miles
Stechford Train Station 3.5 miles
Hampton-In-Arden Train Station 3.6 miles
Olton Train Station 4.2 miles
Acocks Green Train Station 4.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bacon's End 0.9 miles Fordbridge 0.9 miles Marston Green 0.9 miles Tile Cross 1.2 miles Kingshurst 1.8 miles Kitt's Green 2 miles Cole End 2 miles Coleshill 2 miles Elmdon 2 miles Shard End 2.2 miles Little Packington 2.2 miles Sheldon 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Solihull
Ward Kingshurst and Fordbridge
Constituency Meriden
Parish Fordbridge
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Chelmsley Wood

Of the 15,999 households in and around Chelmsley Wood, 51% are owned, 35% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 51% Social rented 35% Private rented 14%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Chelmsley Wood

What is the population of Chelmsley Wood?
Chelmsley Wood has a population of approximately 38,216 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Chelmsley Wood?
The average property in and around Chelmsley Wood sold for about £252,200, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 28% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Chelmsley Wood a deprived area?
Chelmsley Wood sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 2 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Chelmsley Wood?
Chelmsley Wood is covered by the B37 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Chelmsley Wood?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Chelmsley Wood, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Chelmsley Wood?
The nearest railway station to Chelmsley Wood is Marston Green Train Station, about 1.2 miles away.

Streets in B37 30 shown View all streets

Acacia Avenue 1 Acacia Close 2 Alcott Lane 1 Alder Drive 5 Arbor Way 2 Arderne Drive 3 Ash Crescent 3 Ashfield Lane 1 Ashwood Drive 1 Aspen Drive 1 Aylesford Drive 2 Babbs Mill Drive 1 Ballard Walk 3 Banbury Croft 1 Bannerlea Road 2 Barnard Close 1 Barnes Close 1 Beech Avenue 1 Berwicks Lane 5 Bickenhill Lane 5 Bickenhill Parkway 1 Bickenhill Road 3 Birmingham Road 1 Bishops Drive 1 Blackcat Close 2 Blackfirs Lane 1 Blair Grove 1 Bluebell Drive 1 Bosworth Drive 15 Bracken Croft 1

Postcodes in B37 50 shown View all postcodes

B37 5AA B37 5AB B37 5AD B37 5AE B37 5AF B37 5AG B37 5AH B37 5AJ B37 5AL B37 5AN B37 5AP B37 5AR B37 5AS B37 5AT B37 5AU B37 5AW B37 5AY B37 5BA B37 5BB B37 5BD B37 5BE B37 5BG B37 5BH B37 5BJ B37 5BL B37 5BN B37 5BP B37 5BS B37 5BT B37 5BU B37 5BW B37 5BX B37 5BY B37 5BZ B37 5DA B37 5DB B37 5DD B37 5DE B37 5DG B37 5DH B37 5DJ B37 5DL B37 5DN B37 5DP B37 5DQ B37 5DR B37 5DS B37 5DT B37 5DU B37 5DW