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 353 schools in and around Wednesbury Oak. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wednesbury Oak

The average property price is £172K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £169K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wednesbury Oak

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Vehicle crime is prevalent across Wednesbury Oak, with 80 recorded incidents in January 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Wednesbury Oak

Broadband speeds in Wednesbury Oak are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,920 sales

Average Price £172K
£1K — £13.25M
Detached £241K 429
Semi £169K 1,512
Terraced £148K 1,014
Flat £75K 765

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

192 Primary
46 Secondary
115 Other
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

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
14,167 Children (0-15) 23%
39,146 Working Age 63%
11,870 Older (60+) 19%
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 745 crimes · January 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.

340 Violence & Sexual Offences
80 Vehicle Crime
62 Shoplifting
57 Criminal Damage & Arson
42 Other Theft
38 Burglary
31 Anti-Social Behaviour
31 Public Order
18 Other Crime
17 Drugs
12 Weapons
11 Robbery
6 Theft from Person
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

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

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