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49,524
Population
17,293
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£40,921
Avg. household income
1,239
Businesses
4,377
People per km²
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About Wednesbury Oak

Wednesbury Oak is a residential area located in the West Midlands, England, within the postcode area DY4. It is situated close to the town of Wednesbury, providing easy access to local amenities and services. The area features a mix of housing, including both traditional and modern properties, catering to a variety of residents.

Transport links are convenient, with nearby bus routes and access to the motorway network, making it easy to travel to surrounding towns and cities. Wednesbury Oak is also in proximity to several parks and green spaces, offering opportunities for outdoor activities and leisure. Local schools and shops are available, contributing to the community's everyday needs.

School Ratings in Wednesbury Oak

There are 356 schools in and around Wednesbury Oak. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wednesbury Oak

The average property price is £189K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £177K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wednesbury Oak

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Wednesbury Oak, with 70 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Wednesbury Oak

Wednesbury Oak falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.

Healthcare in Wednesbury Oak

There are 56 GP surgeries within three miles of Wednesbury Oak, the nearest being Glebefields Surgery (0.5 miles away).

Local Data for Wednesbury Oak

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Property Prices 4,119 sales

Average Price £189K
£1K , £15.65M
Detached £257K 475
Semi £177K 1,577
Terraced £162K 1,118
Flat £76K 751

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

194 Primary
46 Secondary
116 Other
Good 9
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the DY4 postcode area.

Gospel Oak School Secondary 0.1 miles Wednesbury Oak Academy Primary Good 0.2 miles Bradley Children's Centre Good 0.3 miles St Martin's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Glebefields Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Tipton Sure Start Children's Centre 0.5 miles Ocker Hill Infant School Primary 0.5 miles Ocker Hill Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Moorcroft Wood Academy Primary 0.5 miles Jubilee Park Academy Primary Good 0.6 miles Wilkinson Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Wallbrook Primary Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles

Household Income in Wednesbury Oak ONS 2023

The average total household income in Wednesbury Oak is approximately £40,921 a year before tax, 26% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £30,911. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Wednesbury Oak £40,921
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £30,911.

Businesses in Wednesbury Oak ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,239 active businesses based in Wednesbury Oak, around 25 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 30 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,239 Total businesses
25 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 86%
Small, 10-49 11%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Wednesbury Oak IMD 2025

Wednesbury Oak falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
2/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 22%
Working age 64%
Older 65+ 14%
11,007 Children (0-15) 22%
31,465 Working Age 64%
7,053 Older (65+) 14%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 55.1% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 32.7% 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 Wednesbury Oak 770 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Wednesbury 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 312
Shoplifting 70
Criminal Damage & Arson 66
Vehicle Crime 64
Other Theft 52
Public Order 46
Drugs 40
Anti-Social Behaviour 38
Other Crime 27
Burglary 22
Weapons 19
Robbery 12
Bicycle Theft 2
Local Policing
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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

Coseley Train Station 1.3 miles
Tipton Train Station 1.4 miles
Sandwell And Dudley Train Station 3.3 miles
Walsall Train Station 3.8 miles
Langley Green Train Station 4.3 miles
Smethwick Galton Bridge Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Moxley 0.6 miles Summer Hill 0.6 miles Lower Bradley 0.9 miles Bradley 0.9 miles Princes End 0.9 miles Bloomfield 0.9 miles Ocker Hill 0.9 miles Deepfields 1.2 miles Coseley 1.2 miles The Lunt 1.2 miles Wallbrook 1.4 miles Golds Green 1.4 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Wednesbury Oak

Of the 19,381 households in and around Wednesbury Oak, 50% are owned, 33% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 50% Social rented 33% Private rented 17%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Wednesbury Oak.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wednesbury Oak

What is the population of Wednesbury Oak?
Wednesbury Oak has a population of approximately 49,524 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Wednesbury Oak?
The average property in and around Wednesbury Oak sold for about £188,773, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 46% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Wednesbury Oak a deprived area?
Wednesbury Oak 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 Wednesbury Oak?
Wednesbury Oak is covered by the DY4 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Wednesbury Oak?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Wednesbury Oak, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Wednesbury Oak?
The nearest railway station to Wednesbury Oak is Coseley Train Station, about 1.3 miles away.

Streets in DY4 30 shown View all streets

A461 1 Adams Close 2 Albert Street 5 Alexandra Road 10 Alison Close 1 Allen Road 1 Alma Avenue 1 Anchor Drive 1 Anderson Road 2 Andrew Road 2 Anita Avenue 2 Anne Close 2 Anne Grove 1 Arthur Road 6 Ash Road 1 Astley Close 1 Aston Street 1 Attwell Road 1 Avern Close 1 Bagnall Street 5 Baker Street 1 Ballfields 3 Bankfield Road 2 Barn Croft 1 Barney Close 1 Barnfield Road 3 Bartlett Close 1 Bath Road 1 Batmanshill Road 1 Bayleys Lane 1

Postcodes in DY4 50 shown View all postcodes

DY4 0AA DY4 0AD DY4 0AE DY4 0AF DY4 0AG DY4 0AH DY4 0AJ DY4 0AL DY4 0AN DY4 0AP DY4 0AQ DY4 0AR DY4 0AS DY4 0AT DY4 0AU DY4 0AW DY4 0AX DY4 0AY DY4 0AZ DY4 0BA DY4 0BB DY4 0BD DY4 0BE DY4 0BF DY4 0BG DY4 0BH DY4 0BJ DY4 0BL DY4 0BN DY4 0BP DY4 0BQ DY4 0BS DY4 0BT DY4 0BU DY4 0BW DY4 0BX DY4 0BY DY4 0BZ DY4 0DA DY4 0DB DY4 0DD DY4 0DE DY4 0DF DY4 0DG DY4 0DH DY4 0DJ DY4 0DN DY4 0DP DY4 0DQ DY4 0DR