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49,261
Population
18,163
Households
2 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£41,540
Avg. household income
1,286
Businesses
3,798
People per km²
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About Friar Park

Friar Park is located in the West Midlands, England, within the WS10 postcode area. This large Victorian estate was originally built in the late 19th century and features extensive gardens and grounds. The park is known for its impressive architecture and landscaped areas, offering a glimpse into the design preferences of the era.

The estate has changed hands several times over the years and is now privately owned. While the gardens are not open to the public, the exterior of the property can be appreciated from the surrounding areas. Friar Park is also notable for its connection to the music industry, as it was once owned by George Harrison of The Beatles, adding an interesting layer to its significance in popular culture.

School Ratings in Friar Park

Families in Friar Park have access to 375 local schools. Friar Park Sure Start Children's Centre and Old Park Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Friar Park

Homes sell for an average of £210K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £173K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Friar Park

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Friar Park, with 92 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Friar Park

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Friar Park 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 Friar Park

There are 85 GP surgeries within three miles of Friar Park, the nearest being The Village Medical Centre (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Friar Park

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Property Prices 4,197 sales

Average Price £210K
£100 , £24.95M
Detached £249K 398
Semi £173K 1,923
Terraced £149K 1,273
Flat £94K 386

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

214 Primary
53 Secondary
108 Other
Outstanding 5
Good 14
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the WS10 postcode area.

Hall Green Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Friar Park Sure Start Children's Centre Outstanding 0.3 miles The Priory Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Wodensborough Ormiston Academy Secondary 0.4 miles Tameside Primary Academy Primary Good 0.4 miles Sandwell Community School Not applicable Good 0.4 miles Elm Tree Primary Academy Not applicable 0.4 miles High Point Academy Not applicable Good 0.5 miles Moorlands Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles The Phoenix Collegiate Secondary 0.6 miles Mesty Croft Primary Primary Good 0.6 miles Park Hill Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.7 miles

Household Income in Friar Park ONS 2023

The average total household income in Friar Park is approximately £41,540 a year before tax, 25% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,572. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Friar Park £41,540
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £31,572.

Businesses in Friar Park ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,286 active businesses based in Friar Park, around 26 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 22 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,286 Total businesses
26 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Friar Park IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Friar Park 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
2/10
Income
2/10
Employment
2/10
Education
2/10
Health
2/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 24%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 14%
11,840 Children (0-15) 24%
30,503 Working Age 62%
6,905 Older (65+) 14%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 55.8% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 33.3% 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 Friar Park 884 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Friar Park 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 369
Shoplifting 92
Vehicle Crime 90
Criminal Damage & Arson 75
Public Order 48
Other Theft 47
Anti-Social Behaviour 43
Burglary 37
Drugs 36
Other Crime 16
Weapons 14
Robbery 12
Theft from Person 5
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

Walsall Train Station 2.5 miles
Sandwell And Dudley Train Station 2.8 miles
Hamstead (Birmingham) Train Station 3 miles
Smethwick Galton Bridge Train Station 3.2 miles
The Hawthorns Train Station 3.3 miles
Tipton Train Station 3.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hall Green 0 yards Stone Cross 0 yards Mesty Croft 0.6 miles The Woods 0.6 miles Hateley Heath 0.6 miles Balls Hill 0.9 miles Hill Top 0.9 miles Charlemont 0.9 miles Bescot 1.2 miles Yew Tree 1.4 miles Golds Green 1.4 miles Harvills Hawthorn 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Sandwell
Ward Wednesbury North
Constituency West Bromwich West
Parish Sandwell, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Friar Park

Of the 18,714 households in and around Friar Park, 49% are owned, 34% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 49% Social rented 34% Private rented 17%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Friar Park

What is the population of Friar Park?
Friar Park has a population of approximately 49,261 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Friar Park?
The average property in and around Friar Park sold for about £210,001, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 40% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Friar Park a deprived area?
Friar Park 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 Friar Park?
Friar Park is covered by the WS10 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Friar Park?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Friar Park, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Friar Park?
The nearest railway station to Friar Park is Walsall Train Station, about 2.5 miles away.

Streets in WS10 30 shown View all streets

A41 2 Addenbrooke Street 3 Addison Close 1 Addison Road 2 Addison Street 1 Addison Terrace 2 Albert Street 2 Alder Road 1 Aldridge Street 1 Alexandra Road 2 Alfred Street 1 All Saints Road 1 Allen Drive 3 Allen Road 1 Alma Street 2 Ames Road 1 Archer Close 1 Arundel Avenue 2 Asbury Road 1 Ash Road 2 Atlantic Way 1 Avenue Road 1 Axletree Way 1 Backstone Lane 1 Bagnalls Wharf 1 Bagwall Crescent 1 Banfield Avenue 1 Banfield Road 1 Bannister Road 1 Barford Close 2

Postcodes in WS10 50 shown View all postcodes

WS10 0AA WS10 0AE WS10 0AF WS10 0AG WS10 0AH WS10 0AL WS10 0AN WS10 0AP WS10 0AQ WS10 0AR WS10 0AS WS10 0AT WS10 0AW WS10 0AX WS10 0AY WS10 0AZ WS10 0BA WS10 0BB WS10 0BD WS10 0BE WS10 0BF WS10 0BG WS10 0BH WS10 0BJ WS10 0BL WS10 0BN WS10 0BP WS10 0BQ WS10 0BS WS10 0BT WS10 0BU WS10 0BW WS10 0BX WS10 0BY WS10 0BZ WS10 0DA WS10 0DB WS10 0DD WS10 0DE WS10 0DF WS10 0DG WS10 0DH WS10 0DJ WS10 0DL WS10 0DN WS10 0DP WS10 0DQ WS10 0DR WS10 0DS WS10 0DT