About Kingswinford

Kingswinford is a village located in the West Midlands, England, within the postcode area DY6. It is part of the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley and lies approximately five miles south of Wolverhampton. The village has a mix of residential areas and local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a convenient place for families and individuals alike. The area is well-connected, with good transport links to nearby towns and cities. Kingswinford is known for its community spirit, with various local events and activities taking place throughout the year. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors, while the village itself provides a range of services to meet the needs of its residents.

School Ratings in Kingswinford

Kingswinford is served by 151 schools. Kingswinford and Wall Heath Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Kingswinford

Property prices average £254K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £224K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Kingswinford

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Kingswinford, with 28 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Kingswinford

Kingswinford falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple 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 Kingswinford

Most properties in Kingswinford 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 3,854 sales

Average Price £254K
£900 — £5.5M
Detached £334K 1,176
Semi £224K 1,615
Terraced £201K 668
Flat £122K 223

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

87 Primary
22 Secondary
42 Other
Glynne Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Kingswinford Academy Secondary Good 0.4 miles Summerhill School Secondary Good 0.4 miles Dawley Brook Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Bromley Hills Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Fairhaven Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Church of the Ascension CofE Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Kingswinford and Wall Heath Children's Centre Outstanding 0.8 miles Blanford Mere Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles The Brier School 0.8 miles The Crestwood School Secondary Good 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Kingswinford IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Kingswinford among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
7/10
6,306 Children (0-15) 16%
23,033 Working Age 58%
12,887 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.5% 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 Kingswinford 247 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Kingswinford 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.

119 Violence & Sexual Offences
28 Shoplifting
19 Burglary
18 Criminal Damage & Arson
17 Vehicle Crime
15 Other Theft
10 Anti-Social Behaviour
10 Public Order
5 Drugs
4 Other Crime
2 Weapons
Local Policing
West Midlands Kingswinford, Wall Heath and Pensnett 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

Stourbridge Town Train Station 3 miles
Stourbridge Junction Train Station 3.5 miles
Cradley Heath Train Station 3.7 miles
Tipton Train Station 5 miles
Coseley Train Station 5.1 miles
Old Hill Train Station 5.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wordsley 0.6 miles Wall Heath 0.9 miles The Village 0.9 miles Bromley 1.2 miles Ashwood 1.2 miles Buckpool 1.4 miles Swindon 1.8 miles Prestwood 1.8 miles Greensforge 1.9 miles Pensnett 2 miles Brockmoor 2 miles Himley 2 miles

Local Government

District South Staffordshire
County Staffordshire
Ward Kinver
Constituency South Staffordshire
Parish Kinver
Region West Midlands

Streets in DY6 30 shown View all streets

Albany Grove 1 Albermarle Road 2 Albert Street 1 Albion Parade 1 Albion Street 4 ALder Road 1 Allenby Close 1 Almond Road 1 Alverley Close 1 Ambergate Drive 1 Ambleside Way 1 Ambrose Crescent 1 Andover Crescent 1 Aretha Close 1 Arlington Close 1 Ash Crescent 2 Ashdale Close 2 Ashley Close 1 Ashwood Lower Lane 2 Astor Road 1 Auckland Road 1 Austrey Road 1 Avondale Close 3 Back Road 1 Balfour Road 6 Barleyfield Rise 1 Barnett Close 1 Barnett Green 2 Barnett Lane 4 Bartic Avenue 2

Postcodes in DY6 50 shown View all postcodes

DY6 0AA DY6 0AB DY6 0AE DY6 0AH DY6 0AJ DY6 0AL DY6 0AQ DY6 0AS DY6 0AU DY6 0AW DY6 0AX DY6 0BA DY6 0BB DY6 0BD DY6 0BG DY6 0BH DY6 0BJ DY6 0BP DY6 0BW DY6 0DA DY6 0DB DY6 0DD DY6 0DE DY6 0DF DY6 0DG DY6 0DS DY6 0DT DY6 0DU DY6 0DW DY6 0DX DY6 0DY DY6 0DZ DY6 0EN DY6 0EP DY6 0ER DY6 0ES DY6 0ET DY6 0EU DY6 0EW DY6 0EX DY6 0EY DY6 0HA DY6 0HB DY6 0HD DY6 0HE DY6 0HF DY6 0HG DY6 0HH DY6 0HJ DY6 0HL