About New Town

New Town is located in the West Midlands of England, specifically within the B69 postcode area. This area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing types, including modern developments and older properties. The local amenities cater to everyday needs, with shops, schools, and parks available for residents and visitors alike. Transport links are accessible, making it convenient for commuting to nearby towns and cities. The surrounding region offers various recreational opportunities, including green spaces for outdoor activities. New Town is a practical choice for those looking for a community-oriented environment with essential services close at hand.

School Ratings in New Town

New Town is served by 368 schools. Grace Mary Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in New Town

Property prices average £219K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £175K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in New Town

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in New Town, with 90 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in New Town

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, New Town is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in New Town

Most properties in New Town 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 3,061 sales

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

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

207 Primary
54 Secondary
107 Other
Newtown Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Dudley Port School Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Great Bridge Sure Start Children's Centre 0.5 miles Tividale Community Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles The Meadows School Requires Improvement 0.7 miles Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy Secondary Good 0.8 miles Blackwater Academy Sandwell 0.8 miles St Martin's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Great Bridge Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Burnt Tree Sure Start Children's Centre 0.8 miles Sacred Heart Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Burnt Tree Primary School Primary 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in New Town IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies New Town as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

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 New Town 811 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in New Town 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.

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 Tipton Town 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

Tipton Train Station 1.3 miles
Sandwell And Dudley Train Station 1.5 miles
Langley Green Train Station 2.4 miles
Coseley Train Station 2.5 miles
Smethwick Galton Bridge Train Station 2.8 miles
Rowley Regis Train Station 3.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dudley Port 0.6 miles Horseley Heath 0.6 miles Toll End 0.6 miles Great Bridge 0.6 miles Brades Village 0.6 miles Tividale 0.9 miles Swan Village 0.9 miles Guns Village 1.2 miles Lambert's End 1.2 miles Ocker Hill 1.2 miles Tipton 1.4 miles Tipton Green 1.4 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in B69 30 shown View all streets

Acacia Close 1 Addington Way 1 Albert Street 1 Albion Street 2 Alexandra Way 1 Alston Road 1 Amber Drive 1 Anvil Drive 1 Arden Grove 3 Arley Close 3 Arundel Drive 1 Ascot Close 2 Ascot Walk 1 Ash Terrace 1 Ashes Road 4 Ashleigh Road 2 Ashtree Road 3 Astle Drive 1 Aston Road 2 Attlee Close 1 Badsey Road 11 Balaji Avenue 1 Baldwin Close 1 Balfour Drive 1 Barley Fields 1 Barncroft Road 1 Beatrice Walk 1 Beech Road 1 Beresford Grove 2 Beresford Road 1

Postcodes in B69 50 shown View all postcodes

B69 1AA B69 1AD B69 1AE B69 1AF B69 1AG B69 1AH B69 1AJ B69 1AQ B69 1AT B69 1AU B69 1AW B69 1AX B69 1AY B69 1AZ B69 1BA B69 1BB B69 1BD B69 1BE B69 1BF B69 1BG B69 1BH B69 1BJ B69 1BL B69 1BN B69 1BP B69 1BQ B69 1BS B69 1BT B69 1BU B69 1BW B69 1BX B69 1BY B69 1BZ B69 1DA B69 1DB B69 1DD B69 1DE B69 1DF B69 1DG B69 1DJ B69 1DL B69 1DN B69 1DP B69 1DQ B69 1DR B69 1DS B69 1DT B69 1DU B69 1DX B69 1DY