About Wood End

Wood End is a small village located in the West Midlands of England, within the postcode area WV11. It is primarily a residential area, offering a peaceful environment for its inhabitants. The village is surrounded by green spaces, making it suitable for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The local amenities include a few shops and community facilities, which cater to the daily needs of residents. Wood End is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, providing easy access to a wider range of services and attractions. The village is also close to various parks and nature reserves, appealing to those who enjoy spending time in the outdoors.

School Ratings in Wood End

Wood End is served by 278 schools. Ashmore Park Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wood End

Property prices average £212K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £182K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wood End

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Wood End, with 46 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Wood End

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Wood End falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Wood End

Most properties in Wood End can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,772 sales

Average Price £212K
£8K — £36.16M
Detached £306K 617
Semi £182K 1,939
Terraced £159K 882
Flat £80K 211

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

150 Primary
36 Secondary
92 Other
Wood End Primary School Primary 117 yards Long Knowle Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles St Thomas' Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles Wodensfield Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Edward the Elder Primary School Primary 0.5 miles D'Eyncourt Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Wednesfield Technology Primary Primary 0.6 miles Wednesfield Academy Secondary 0.7 miles St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles The Children's Village Good 0.8 miles The Berries Children's Centre Good 0.8 miles Berrybrook Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Wood End IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Wood End in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
10,433 Children (0-15) 19%
32,704 Working Age 61%
14,193 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 43% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.6% 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 Wood End 537 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Wood End 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.

264 Violence & Sexual Offences
46 Criminal Damage & Arson
45 Vehicle Crime
37 Shoplifting
36 Anti-Social Behaviour
33 Other Theft
26 Public Order
15 Burglary
13 Other Crime
8 Weapons
6 Drugs
5 Robbery
2 Theft from Person
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
West Midlands Wednesfield and Heath 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

Bloxwich North Train Station 2.9 miles
Bloxwich Train Station 3 miles
Landywood Train Station 4.1 miles
Bilbrook Train Station 4.2 miles
Walsall Train Station 4.5 miles
Coseley Train Station 4.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wood Hayes 0 yards Scotlands 0.6 miles Wednesfield 0.6 miles Newbolds 0.9 miles Westcroft 0.9 miles Old Fallings 1.2 miles Low Hill 1.2 miles Ashmore Park 1.2 miles Park Village 1.4 miles Bushbury 1.8 miles Essington 1.8 miles Ashmore Lake 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Wolverhampton
County Staffordshire
Ward Fallings Park
Constituency Wolverhampton North East
Parish Wolverhampton, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Streets in WV11 30 shown View all streets

Acorn Road 1 Addison Grove 1 Adey Road 2 Albany Grove 1 Alfred Squire Road 2 Amos Avenue 1 Amos Lane 5 Anslow Gardens 1 Anston Way 1 Appleby Gardens 1 Argil Close 1 Arnhem Close 1 Asheridge Close 1 Ashmore Avenue 3 Aspen Road 4 Balmain Crescent 2 Bargery Road 2 Barnard Road 3 Baylis Avenue 4 Bealeys Avenue 5 Bearing Drive 1 Beaver Close 1 Beech Tree Avenue 1 Beech Tree Close 1 Beechwood Avenue 3 Bellamy Lane 5 Belton Avenue 4 Bentley Bridge Way 1 Birch Road 2 Birchwood Close 1

Postcodes in WV11 50 shown View all postcodes

WV11 1AA WV11 1AB WV11 1AD WV11 1AE WV11 1AH WV11 1AJ WV11 1AL WV11 1AN WV11 1AP WV11 1AW WV11 1AX WV11 1AY WV11 1AZ WV11 1BA WV11 1BB WV11 1BD WV11 1BF WV11 1BG WV11 1BH WV11 1BJ WV11 1BP WV11 1BQ WV11 1BS WV11 1BT WV11 1BU WV11 1BX WV11 1BY WV11 1BZ WV11 1DA WV11 1DB WV11 1DD WV11 1DE WV11 1DF WV11 1DG WV11 1DH WV11 1DJ WV11 1DL WV11 1DN WV11 1DP WV11 1DQ WV11 1DR WV11 1DS WV11 1DT WV11 1DU WV11 1DW WV11 1EA WV11 1EB WV11 1ED WV11 1EE WV11 1EF