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Bilston North West

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About

Bilston North West is a residential district located within the larger town of Bilston, part of the Wolverhampton metropolitan area. The area is characterised by a mix of Victorian and post-war housing, alongside local shopping parades catering to daily needs. It contains several primary schools and community centres, with green spaces like Bradley Park providing recreational space. The road network, including the A463, connects it to central Bilston and beyond.

The area has a strong industrial heritage rooted in metalworking and manufacturing, a history still evident in some local employment. A notable local landmark is the former Bilston Steel Works site, reflecting this past. The Bradley Branch Canal, a short waterway off the main line, runs through the locality. Daily life centres around practical amenities, with a focus on residential living rather than major commercial or tourist attractions.

Area overview

On average Bilston North West has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 64 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Bilston North West is £41,705 per year. Bilston North West is home to around 6,315 people, with a population density of about 5,469.1 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
64
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
21.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bilston North West Population
6,315
Population density
5,469.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
31.99(-17%)
Vehicle crime
9.18(+41%)
Anti-social behaviour
8.55(-21%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.38(-26%)
Shoplifting
5.38(-38%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,926
62.16%
Indian
1,099
17.4%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
224
3.55%
Other White
214
3.39%
Other
159
2.52%
Total population: 6,316

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,590
31.9%
Level 4+ (Degree)
917
18.4%
Level 3 (A level)
742
14.89%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
712
14.29%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
580
11.64%
Total 16+ residents: 4,984

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
841
34.84%
Owns with a mortgage
607
25.14%
Social rents from council
456
18.89%
Private landlord or letting agency
299
12.39%
Other social rented
141
5.84%
Total households: 2,414

Property prices in Bilston North West

Based on 33 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in Bilston North West area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £330,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bilston North West in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, median price per square metre, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bilston North West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedianMedian £/m²
Detached5£250,000£2,778
Semi-Detached24£207,500£2,785
Terraced4£161,250£2,134

10 years median price trend in Bilston North West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bilston North West.

All postcodes in Bilston North West

WV133HE

Hathaway Close

WV133EG

Charlecote Rise

WV146JD

Broadlands Centre

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/07/2026.