About Goldthorn Park

Goldthorn Park is located in the West Midlands, England, within the postcode area WV4. This park offers a variety of green spaces, making it suitable for leisurely walks, picnics, and outdoor activities. Visitors can enjoy the well-maintained paths and open areas, which provide a pleasant environment for families and individuals alike. The park features a children's play area, allowing younger visitors to engage in play while parents supervise from nearby benches. Additionally, Goldthorn Park is home to a selection of trees and shrubs, contributing to the local ecology and providing shade during warmer months. It serves as a community space where residents can gather and enjoy the outdoors.

School Ratings in Goldthorn Park

Goldthorn Park is served by 282 schools. Windsor Centre for Children & Families and Hill Avenue Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Goldthorn Park

Property prices average £222K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £201K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Goldthorn Park

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Goldthorn Park, with 75 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Goldthorn Park

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Goldthorn Park falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Goldthorn Park

Most properties in Goldthorn Park can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,310 sales

Average Price £222K
£6K — £14.9M
Detached £346K 707
Semi £201K 1,513
Terraced £172K 577
Flat £94K 413

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

155 Primary
36 Secondary
91 Other
Goldthorn Park Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Phoenix Nursery School Nursery Good 0.3 miles St Teresa's Catholic Primary Academy Primary Good 0.4 miles The Khalsa Academy Wolverhampton Secondary Good 0.4 miles St Luke's Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles The Kairos Academy (KS3) 0.5 miles The Vireo Academy 0.5 miles The Kairos Academy (KS4) 0.5 miles Colton Hills Community School Secondary Good 0.5 miles The Royal School, Wolverhampton All-through Good 0.6 miles Parkfield Primary School Primary 0.6 miles The Sunbeam Children's Centre Outstanding 0.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Goldthorn Park IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Goldthorn Park in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
12,429 Children (0-15) 20%
38,623 Working Age 61%
16,238 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 36.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.3% 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 Goldthorn Park 694 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Goldthorn Park 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.

310 Violence & Sexual Offences
75 Shoplifting
53 Criminal Damage & Arson
48 Vehicle Crime
40 Other Theft
35 Burglary
35 Public Order
32 Anti-Social Behaviour
23 Drugs
13 Weapons
10 Other Crime
8 Robbery
7 Theft from Person
5 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
West Midlands Ettingshall, Blakenhall and Spring Vale Visit force website →
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

Coseley Train Station 2.3 miles
Tipton Train Station 3.6 miles
Bilbrook Train Station 4.6 miles
Codsall Train Station 5.3 miles
Bloxwich North Train Station 6 miles
Bloxwich Train Station 6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Parkfield 0.6 miles Blakenhall 0.6 miles Lanesfield 0.9 miles Ettingshall Park 0.9 miles Colton Hills 0.9 miles Ettingshall 1.2 miles Penn 1.2 miles Wolverhampton 1.2 miles Sedgley 1.2 miles Priestfield 1.4 miles Monmore Green 1.4 miles Bradmore 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Wolverhampton
County Staffordshire
Ward Penn
Constituency Wolverhampton South West
Parish Wolverhampton, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Streets in WV4 30 shown View all streets

A449 5 Alexandra Road 3 Anne Road 1 Appleton Crescent 1 Ardgowan Grove 1 Arley Grove 1 Ascot Drive 1 Ashbourne Road 1 Ashley Road 1 Ashwood Grove 1 Attwood Gardens 1 Balmoral Road 1 Barton Road 1 Bassett Close 2 Bate Street 1 Bayliss Avenue 1 Beaconsfield Avenue 2 Beaconsfield Drive 1 Bearnett Drive 2 Bearnett Lane 1 Beckbury Avenue 1 Belmont Road 2 Belvedere Avenue 2 Benson Avenue 2 Bevan Avenue 1 Beverley Crescent 1 Billy Wright Close 2 Birchwood Road 3 Birmingham New Road 5 Blackpit Lane 1

Postcodes in WV4 50 shown View all postcodes

WV4 4AA WV4 4AD WV4 4AE WV4 4AF WV4 4AG WV4 4AH WV4 4AJ WV4 4AL WV4 4AN WV4 4AP WV4 4AQ WV4 4AR WV4 4AW WV4 4AX WV4 4AY WV4 4BA WV4 4BB WV4 4BD WV4 4BE WV4 4BG WV4 4BH WV4 4BJ WV4 4BL WV4 4BN WV4 4BP WV4 4BQ WV4 4BT WV4 4BW WV4 4BZ WV4 4DA WV4 4DB WV4 4DD WV4 4DE WV4 4DF WV4 4DG WV4 4DH WV4 4DJ WV4 4DL WV4 4DN WV4 4DP WV4 4DQ WV4 4DR WV4 4DS WV4 4DT WV4 4DU WV4 4DW WV4 4DX WV4 4DY WV4 4ED WV4 4EE