About Goscote

Goscote is a suburb located in the West Midlands of England, within the postcode area WS4. It is primarily a residential area, offering a mix of housing options for families and individuals. The community is served by local amenities, including shops and schools, which cater to the daily needs of residents. The suburb is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, making it convenient for commuting. Goscote is situated close to larger urban centres, allowing easy access to a wider range of facilities and services. The area also features green spaces where locals can enjoy outdoor activities and leisure time.

School Ratings in Goscote

Goscote is served by 211 schools. Queen Mary's High School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Goscote

Property prices average £214K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £202K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Goscote

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Goscote, with 104 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Goscote

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Goscote 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 Goscote

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Goscote, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,049 sales

Average Price £214K
£500 — £2.88M
Detached £322K 478
Semi £202K 780
Terraced £172K 540
Flat £107K 201

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

126 Primary
28 Secondary
57 Other
Rushall Primary School Primary 165 yards Greenfield Sure Start Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles Greenfield Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Elmwood School 0.5 miles Edgar Stammers Sure Start Children's Centre Good 0.5 miles Edgar Stammers Primary Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Radleys Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Francis Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Goldsmith Primary Academy Primary 0.7 miles St Michael's Church of England C Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy Secondary 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Goscote IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Goscote 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
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,452 Children (0-15) 18%
15,635 Working Age 63%
6,302 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 44.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.1% 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 Goscote 731 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Goscote 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.

281 Violence & Sexual Offences
104 Shoplifting
60 Criminal Damage & Arson
60 Vehicle Crime
54 Other Theft
37 Burglary
34 Public Order
30 Drugs
24 Anti-Social Behaviour
14 Robbery
14 Other Crime
12 Weapons
7 Theft from Person
Local Policing
West Midlands Brownhills 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

Walsall Train Station 2.1 miles
Bloxwich Train Station 2.1 miles
Bloxwich North Train Station 2.1 miles
Landywood Train Station 3.9 miles
Blake Street Train Station 5 miles
Shenstone Train Station 5.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Rushall 0.6 miles Harden 0.6 miles Heath End 0.6 miles Daw End 0.9 miles Coal Pool 0.9 miles Shelfield 0.9 miles High Heath 0.9 miles Stubber's Green 1.2 miles Blakenall Heath 1.2 miles Pelsall 1.2 miles Vigo 1.4 miles Pelsall Wood 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Walsall
Ward Rushall-Shelfield
Constituency Aldridge-Brownhills
Parish Walsall, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Streets in WS4 30 shown View all streets

Abbots Close 2 Aldridge Road 6 Argyle Close 1 Argyle Road 2 Ashton Drive 1 Autumn Close 1 Autumn Drive 1 Balmoral Close 1 Barns Lane 7 Beckfield Close 1 Bevan Close 1 Bickley Road 2 Birch Lane 3 Blenheim Close 1 Borneo Street 3 Bramcote Way 1 Breedon Way 1 Briarbeck 1 Bridge Road 2 Broad Lane 3 Broad Way 2 Broadheath Drive 1 Brookmeadow Road 1 Buchanan Avenue 2 Buchanan Close 1 Buchanan Road 2 Burton Avenue 1 Burton Farm Road 1 Butts Road 3 Butts Street 1

Postcodes in WS4 50 shown View all postcodes

WS4 1AA WS4 1AB WS4 1AD WS4 1AE WS4 1AF WS4 1AG WS4 1AH WS4 1AJ WS4 1AL WS4 1AN WS4 1AP WS4 1AQ WS4 1AR WS4 1AS WS4 1AT WS4 1AU WS4 1AW WS4 1AX WS4 1AY WS4 1AZ WS4 1BA WS4 1BB WS4 1BD WS4 1BE WS4 1BF WS4 1BG WS4 1BH WS4 1BJ WS4 1BL WS4 1BN WS4 1BP WS4 1BQ WS4 1BS WS4 1BT WS4 1BU WS4 1BW WS4 1BX WS4 1BY WS4 1BZ WS4 1DA WS4 1DB WS4 1DD WS4 1DE WS4 1DF WS4 1DG WS4 1DH WS4 1DJ WS4 1DL WS4 1DN WS4 1DP