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34,686
Population
10,542
Households
2 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£38,289
Avg. household income
1,586
Businesses
3,199
People per km²
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About Swan Village

Swan Village is located in the West Midlands, England, within the B70 postcode area. This residential area is part of the larger town of West Bromwich and offers a mix of local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks. The village features a range of housing, from traditional terraced homes to more modern developments, catering to various needs and preferences.

The community is well-connected, with public transport options that facilitate easy access to nearby towns and cities. Local parks provide green spaces for leisure activities, while the surrounding area includes a variety of services and facilities. Swan Village serves as a practical choice for those seeking a suburban lifestyle with convenient access to urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Swan Village

Swan Village is served by 372 schools. Greets Green Sure Start Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Swan Village

Property prices average £204K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £166K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Swan Village

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Swan Village, with 91 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Swan Village

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Swan Village 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.

Healthcare in Swan Village

There are 79 GP surgeries within three miles of Swan Village, the nearest being Great Bridge Health Centre (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Swan Village

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Property Prices 2,362 sales

Average Price £204K
£2K , £5.9M
Detached £257K 221
Semi £185K 643
Terraced £166K 922
Flat £112K 349

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

210 Primary
53 Secondary
109 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 10
Requires improvement 3

Ofsted ratings for schools in the B70 postcode area.

Harvills Hawthorn Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Great Bridge Sure Start Children's Centre 0.4 miles George Salter Academy Secondary Good 0.6 miles Greets Green Sure Start Children's Centre Outstanding 0.6 miles Ryders Green Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Great Bridge Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Newtown Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Bright Futures Sure Start Children's Centre 0.8 miles Hateley Heath Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Blackwater Academy Sandwell Not applicable 0.9 miles Hanbury Primary School Primary Good 1 miles St John Bosco Catholic Primary School Primary 1.1 miles

Household Income in Swan Village ONS 2023

The average total household income in Swan Village is approximately £38,289 a year before tax, 31% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £30,120. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Swan Village £38,289
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £30,120.

Businesses in Swan Village ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,586 active businesses based in Swan Village, around 46 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 84% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 52 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,586 Total businesses
46 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 84%
Small, 10-49 13%
Medium, 50-249 3%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Swan Village IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Swan Village 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
2/10
Income
2/10
Employment
2/10
Education
2/10
Health
2/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 23%
Working age 64%
Older 65+ 13%
7,904 Children (0-15) 23%
22,309 Working Age 64%
4,474 Older (65+) 13%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 57% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 38.7% 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 Swan Village 884 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Swan Village 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 363
Shoplifting 91
Criminal Damage & Arson 86
Other Theft 69
Vehicle Crime 68
Public Order 57
Drugs 39
Other Crime 23
Weapons 21
Burglary 20
Robbery 19
Anti-Social Behaviour 16
Theft from Person 9
Bicycle Theft 3
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

Sandwell And Dudley Train Station 1.6 miles
Tipton Train Station 1.8 miles
Langley Green Train Station 2.7 miles
Smethwick Galton Bridge Train Station 2.7 miles
Coseley Train Station 2.8 miles
The Hawthorns Train Station 3.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Black Lake 0.6 miles West Bromwich 0.6 miles Horseley Heath 0.6 miles Toll End 0.6 miles Great Bridge 0.6 miles Golds Green 0.6 miles Harvills Hawthorn 0.6 miles Ocker Hill 0.9 miles Balls Hill 0.9 miles Hill Top 0.9 miles Guns Village 0.9 miles Lambert's End 0.9 miles

Local Government

District Sandwell
Ward Greets Green and Lyng
Constituency West Bromwich East
Parish Sandwell, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Swan Village

Of the 12,742 households in and around Swan Village, 44% are owned, 35% are socially rented and 22% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 44% Social rented 35% Private rented 22%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Swan Village.

Frequently Asked Questions about Swan Village

What is the population of Swan Village?
Swan Village has a population of approximately 34,686 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Swan Village?
The average property in and around Swan Village sold for about £203,608, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 42% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Swan Village a deprived area?
Swan Village sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 2 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Swan Village?
Swan Village is covered by the B70 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Swan Village?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Swan Village, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Swan Village?
The nearest railway station to Swan Village is Sandwell And Dudley Train Station, about 1.6 miles away.

Streets in B70 30 shown View all streets

Acorn Close 1 Adams Street 1 Adelaide Avenue 1 Advent Gardens 1 Akrill Close 2 Albert Street 1 Albion Industrial Estate 1 Albion Road 4 Anne Close 3 Anson Road 4 Ardav Road 4 Arthur Street 1 Ashmole Road 2 Atlas Grove 1 Ault Street 1 Bache Street 3 Bagnall Street 4 Bailey Street 2 Baker street 2 Barlow Drive 1 Barncroft Street 1 Barton Street 1 Beeches Road 10 Beeches Road Passage 1 Beechwood Road 1 Bell Street 1 Bells Moor Road 3 Belper Road 1 Beresford Crescent 1 Bilhay Lane 3

Postcodes in B70 50 shown View all postcodes

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