Cradley Heath and Old Hill is a ward in the borough of Sandwell, West Midlands. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of terraced housing and semi-detached homes. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs. The ward has historical ties to the ironworking and chain-making industries, which once thrived here.
Transport links are accessible, with Cradley Heath railway station providing connections to Birmingham and beyond. The area is bordered by green spaces like Haden Hill Park, offering recreational opportunities. While quieter than nearby urban centres, the ward maintains a sense of community with local events and facilities. Industrial heritage remains visible in landmarks such as the preserved chain-making workshops.
On average Cradley Heath and Old Hill has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 100 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cradley Heath and Old Hill is £36,292 per year. There are 7 schools in Cradley Heath and Old Hill: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 109 recent sales, the median property price is £205,000 in Cradley Heath and Old Hill area, with individual transactions ranging from £91,500 up to £457,500.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 20 | £346,500 |
| Flats | 11 | £115,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 47 | £217,000 |
| Terraced | 31 | £178,000 |
10 years price trend in Cradley Heath and Old Hill
B646PW
Station Road
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Corngreaves Road
B647LN
Coppice Road
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Greenfield Avenue
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Old Hill
B646BD
Newlyn Road
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Peartree Lane
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Old Hill
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Woods Lane
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Portersfield Road
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The Parade
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High Haden Road
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Hayseech
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Macarthur Road
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Cradley Heath
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High Street
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Corngreaves Road
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Pennant Road
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Morgan Close
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Lawrence Lane
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Spring Meadow
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Station Road
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Portersfield Road
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Overend Road
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Cradley Heath
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High Street
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Old Hill
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South Bank Road
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Cradley Heath
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Corngreaves Road
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Foxes Ridge
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Valley Road
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Great Western Drive
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Chatsworth Road
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Primrose Close
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High Street
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South Bank Road
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Plant Street
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Plant Street
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Sylvia Pankhurst Close
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Overend Road
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Dingle Avenue
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Barrs Road
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High Haden Road
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Trinity Street
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High Street
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Old Hill
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Cosens Drive
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Church Street
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Pearson Street
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Lawrence Lane
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Old Hill
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Station Road
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Corngreaves Road
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Barrs Road
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Haden Park Road
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Harcourt Road
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Cherry Orchard
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Clivedon Way
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St Anne's Road
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Clifton Street
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Waterfall Lane
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Valley Road
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Timbertree Crescent
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.