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About Shire Oak
Shire Oak is a small village located in the West Midlands of England, within the postcode area WS8. It is situated near the larger town of Brownhills, providing easy access to local amenities and services. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of housing styles that reflect its development over the years.
Surrounding Shire Oak are various green spaces and parks, offering opportunities for outdoor activities. The area is served by local transport links, making it convenient for travel to nearby towns and cities. Residents and visitors can enjoy a sense of community while benefiting from the proximity to larger urban centres.
School Ratings in Shire Oak
There are 129 schools in and around Shire Oak. Ogley Hay Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Shire Oak
The average property price is £218K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £183K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Shire Oak
Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Shire Oak, with 31 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Shire Oak
Shire Oak sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Healthcare in Shire Oak
There are 15 GP surgeries within three miles of Shire Oak, the nearest being Streets Corner Surgery (0.7 miles away).
Local Data for Shire Oak
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Property Prices 1,818 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the WS8 postcode area.
Household Income in Shire Oak ONS 2023
The average total household income in Shire Oak is approximately £45,960 a year before tax, 17% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,677. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £33,677.
Businesses in Shire Oak ONS 2025
There are approximately 449 active businesses based in Shire Oak, around 27 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 12 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Shire Oak IMD 2025
Shire Oak sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Shire Oak 284 crimes · April 2026
Shire Oak sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Shire Oak
Of the 6,902 households in and around Shire Oak, 65% are owned, 24% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Shire Oak.