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Location in WorcestershireBournheath sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bournheath
Bournheath is a village located in Worcestershire, England, within the B61 postcode area. It lies to the north of the town of Stourbridge and is part of the wider Dudley borough. The village has a mix of residential properties, including traditional cottages and more modern housing, set along quiet roads with tree-lined streets. There are local amenities such as a village hall, a primary school, and a few small shops, providing a sense of community for residents. The area is well-connected by road, with the A456 and A449 nearby, offering access to nearby towns and cities. Bournheath is situated close to the edge of the Black Country, with open countryside and green spaces within easy reach. The village maintains a peaceful, rural character while remaining accessible to urban centres.
School Ratings in Bournheath
Families in Bournheath have access to 59 local schools. Meadows First School and Chadsgrove Educational Trust Specialist College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bournheath
Homes sell for an average of £306K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £259K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bournheath
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Bournheath, with 19 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bournheath
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bournheath around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Bournheath
There are 17 GP surgeries within three miles of Bournheath, the nearest being Catshill Village Surgery (1.2 miles away).
Local Data for Bournheath
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Property Prices 3,528 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the B61 postcode area.
Household Income in Bournheath ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bournheath is approximately £53,445 a year before tax, 3% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,527. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £39,527.
Businesses in Bournheath ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,102 active businesses based in Bournheath, around 45 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 20 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bournheath IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Bournheath are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Bournheath 168 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Bournheath is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
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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Home Ownership in Bournheath
Of the 10,498 households in and around Bournheath, 71% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bournheath.