About Langley

Langley is a small village located in the West Midlands of England, within the B69 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Oldbury and is part of the Sandwell metropolitan borough. The village has a mix of residential areas and local amenities, providing essential services to its residents. The surrounding region features a variety of parks and green spaces, offering opportunities for outdoor activities. Langley is well-connected by public transport, making it easy to access nearby towns and cities. The local community is close-knit, with several events and activities taking place throughout the year, fostering a sense of belonging among its inhabitants.

School Ratings in Langley

Families in Langley have access to 376 local schools. Grace Mary Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Langley

Homes sell for an average of £219K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £175K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Langley

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Langley, with 90 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Langley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Langley 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 Langley

Langley 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 3,061 sales

Average Price £219K
£750 £27.3M
Detached £258K 392
Semi £175K 1,400
Terraced £152K 743
Flat £87K 354

Deprivation and Employment in Langley IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Langley 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
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
10,938 Children (0-15) 23%
30,173 Working Age 63%
8,961 Older (60+) 19%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 50% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 27.1% 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 Langley 811 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Langley 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.

348 Violence & Sexual Offences
90 Shoplifting
64 Criminal Damage & Arson
62 Vehicle Crime
49 Public Order
44 Other Theft
42 Drugs
26 Anti-Social Behaviour
24 Burglary
22 Weapons
13 Robbery
13 Other Crime
8 Theft from Person
6 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
West Midlands Oldbury Team 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

Langley Green Train Station 0.1 miles
Sandwell And Dudley Train Station 1 miles
Smethwick Galton Bridge Train Station 1.3 miles
Rowley Regis Train Station 1.6 miles
Smethwick Rolfe Street Train Station 1.6 miles
The Hawthorns Train Station 2 miles

Location

Local Government

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