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Location in West MidlandsPelsall Wood sits where the marker shows within the county.

53,502
Population
20,733
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£44,124
Avg. household income
1,049
Businesses
3,247
People per km²
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About Pelsall Wood

Pelsall Wood is located in the West Midlands of England, within the WS3 postcode area. This woodland area offers a variety of walking paths, making it an ideal spot for those who enjoy outdoor activities. The wood is home to a range of wildlife, providing opportunities for nature observation.

Visitors can explore the diverse flora and fauna that thrive in this natural setting. The wood is accessible for families and individuals looking to spend time in nature, with facilities for picnicking available nearby. Pelsall Wood serves as a peaceful retreat for local residents and those from surrounding areas, promoting outdoor leisure and appreciation of the natural environment.

School Ratings in Pelsall Wood

Families in Pelsall Wood have access to 198 local schools. Pelsall Sure Start Children's Centre and Sandbank Nursery School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 15 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Pelsall Wood

Homes sell for an average of £199K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £182K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Pelsall Wood

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Pelsall Wood, with 113 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Pelsall Wood

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Pelsall Wood 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.

Healthcare in Pelsall Wood

There are 39 GP surgeries within three miles of Pelsall Wood, the nearest being Chapel Street Surgery (0.5 miles away).

Local Data for Pelsall Wood

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Property Prices 5,378 sales

Average Price £199K
£3K , £7.46M
Detached £291K 1,001
Semi £182K 2,184
Terraced £152K 1,789
Flat £96K 253

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

120 Primary
24 Secondary
54 Other
Outstanding 3
Good 15
Requires improvement 3

Ofsted ratings for schools in the WS3 postcode area.

Pelsall Village School Primary Good 0.2 miles St Michael's Church of England C Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Little Bloxwich CofE VC Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Pelsall Sure Start Children's Centre Outstanding 0.5 miles Ryders Hayes School Primary Good 0.6 miles Rivers Primary Academy Primary Good 0.6 miles Lower Farm Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Millfields Nursery School Nursery Good 0.8 miles Walsall Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 0.9 miles St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Bloxwich Primary Good 1 miles Valley Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 1.1 miles Rushall Primary School Primary 1.1 miles

Household Income in Pelsall Wood ONS 2023

The average total household income in Pelsall Wood is approximately £44,124 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,970. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Pelsall Wood £44,124
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £31,970.

Businesses in Pelsall Wood ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,049 active businesses based in Pelsall Wood, around 20 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 13 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,049 Total businesses
20 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Pelsall Wood IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Pelsall Wood 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
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 22%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 18%
11,655 Children (0-15) 22%
32,203 Working Age 60%
9,630 Older (65+) 18%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 55.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 32.9% 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 Pelsall Wood 670 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Pelsall Wood 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 252
Shoplifting 113
Criminal Damage & Arson 71
Vehicle Crime 55
Other Theft 34
Public Order 33
Burglary 25
Anti-Social Behaviour 21
Other Crime 21
Drugs 18
Robbery 11
Weapons 10
Bicycle Theft 4
Theft from Person 2
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bloxwich Train Station 1.6 miles
Bloxwich North Train Station 1.6 miles
Landywood Train Station 2.5 miles
Walsall Train Station 3.1 miles
Cannock Train Station 4.1 miles
Hednesford Train Station 5.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Pelsall 0.6 miles Fishley 0.6 miles Little Bloxwich 0.6 miles Heath End 0.9 miles Highbridge 0.9 miles Harden 1.2 miles Little Wyrley 1.2 miles Shelfield 1.4 miles High Heath 1.4 miles Wallington Heath 1.4 miles Bloxwich 1.4 miles Newtown 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Walsall
County Staffordshire
Ward Blakenall
Constituency Walsall North
Parish Walsall, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Pelsall Wood

Of the 21,725 households in and around Pelsall Wood, 55% are owned, 31% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 55% Social rented 31% Private rented 14%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Pelsall Wood.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pelsall Wood

What is the population of Pelsall Wood?
Pelsall Wood has a population of approximately 53,502 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Pelsall Wood?
The average property in and around Pelsall Wood sold for about £198,522, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 43% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Pelsall Wood a deprived area?
Pelsall Wood sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Pelsall Wood?
Pelsall Wood is covered by the WS3 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Pelsall Wood?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Pelsall Wood, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Pelsall Wood?
The nearest railway station to Pelsall Wood is Bloxwich Train Station, about 1.6 miles away.

Streets in WS3 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Drive 1 Abbey Square 2 Abbotts Place 1 Abbotts Street 4 Abbotts Street Canalside Developments 1 Abingdon Road 2 Abingdon Way 1 Addenbrooke Street 1 Aldeburgh Close 1 Alderley Crescent 1 Allens Lane 4 Almond Close 1 Alnwick Road 2 Alvaston Close 1 Ambergate Close 1 Anode Grove 2 Arbury Grove 1 Archer Road 2 Armside Close 1 Arrow Road 1 Ash Street 1 Ash Tree Road 2 Ashbourne Road 2 Ashley Road 2 Astbury Close 1 Avon Crescent 1 Avon Road 1 Awlmakers Grove 1 Badgers Close 1 Bagnall Street 1

Postcodes in WS3 50 shown View all postcodes

WS3 1AA WS3 1AB WS3 1AD WS3 1AE WS3 1AF WS3 1AG WS3 1AH WS3 1AJ WS3 1AL WS3 1AN WS3 1AP WS3 1AQ WS3 1AR WS3 1AS WS3 1AT WS3 1AU WS3 1AW WS3 1AX WS3 1AY WS3 1AZ WS3 1BA WS3 1BB WS3 1BD WS3 1BE WS3 1BF WS3 1BG WS3 1BH WS3 1BJ WS3 1BL WS3 1BN WS3 1BP WS3 1BQ WS3 1BS WS3 1BT WS3 1BU WS3 1BX WS3 1BY WS3 1BZ WS3 1DA WS3 1DB WS3 1DD WS3 1DE WS3 1DF WS3 1DG WS3 1DH WS3 1DJ WS3 1DL WS3 1DN WS3 1DP WS3 1DQ