About Golds Green

Golds Green is a residential area located in the West Midlands of England, within the B70 postcode area. It is situated close to the town of West Bromwich, which offers various amenities and services to residents. The area features a mix of housing types, including semi-detached and terraced homes, making it suitable for families and individuals alike. Local parks and green spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. Golds Green is well-connected by public transport, with bus routes serving the area and nearby train stations offering access to larger cities. The community is served by local shops and schools, catering to the everyday needs of its residents.

School Ratings in Golds Green

Families in Golds Green have access to 377 local schools. Greets Green Sure Start Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Golds Green

Homes sell for an average of £210K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £157K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Golds Green

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Golds Green, with 75 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Golds Green

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Golds Green 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Golds Green

Golds Green benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,538 sales

Average Price £210K
£2K £5.9M
Detached £249K 244
Semi £181K 703
Terraced £157K 951
Flat £115K 410

Deprivation and Employment in Golds Green IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Golds Green 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
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,479 Children (0-15) 22%
27,720 Working Age 64%
8,041 Older (60+) 18%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 57% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 38.7% 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 Golds Green 813 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Golds Green 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.

360 Violence & Sexual Offences
75 Criminal Damage & Arson
71 Shoplifting
67 Vehicle Crime
48 Drugs
47 Public Order
44 Other Theft
22 Anti-Social Behaviour
22 Weapons
19 Burglary
14 Robbery
12 Other Crime
8 Theft from Person
4 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
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

Tipton Train Station 1.9 miles
Sandwell And Dudley Train Station 2.2 miles
Coseley Train Station 2.6 miles
Smethwick Galton Bridge Train Station 3.1 miles
Langley Green Train Station 3.3 miles
The Hawthorns Train Station 3.5 miles

Location

Local Government

District Sandwell
Ward Greets Green and Lyng
Constituency West Bromwich East
Parish Sandwell, unparished area
Region West Midlands