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Darlaston Central

About

Darlaston Central is a residential and commercial area located in Walsall, West Midlands. The area features a mix of local shops, services, and housing, catering primarily to the needs of its residents. Key landmarks include St Lawrence’s Church and the Darlaston Town Hall, which reflect the area’s historical roots. Public transport links provide connections to nearby towns and Walsall city centre.

The area has a strong sense of community, with local events often held at venues like the Darlaston All Active Centre. Green spaces such as Victoria Park offer recreational opportunities for residents. Industrial estates on the outskirts provide employment, while the nearby M6 motorway ensures easy access to the wider region. Darlaston Central remains a practical and functional part of Walsall.

Area overview

On average Darlaston Central has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 87 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 34.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Darlaston Central is £35,000 per year. There are 4 schools in Darlaston Central: 4 primary (2 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Darlaston Central Population

8,492

Population density

6,720.5 per km²

Demographics

British

5,248

61.79%

Indian

806

9.49%

Other White

507

5.97%

Pakistani

412

4.85%

African

278

3.27%

Total population: 8,493

Housing

Other social rented

794

24.3%

Owns with a mortgage

761

23.29%

Owns outright

643

19.68%

Private landlord or letting agency

613

18.76%

Social rents from council

383

11.72%

Total households: 3,268

Property prices in Darlaston Central

Based on 46 recent sales, the median property price is £191,250 in Darlaston Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £52,000 up to £320,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

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

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Darlaston Central over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	6	£267,500	£226,250	£246,250	£300,000	£316,250
Flats	6	£88,500	£58,500	£78,500	£101,125	£175,625
Semi-Detached	19	£189,000	£134,690	£158,500	£221,500	£233,000
Terraced	15	£190,000	£147,000	£175,000	£219,000	£237,500

10 years median price trend in Darlaston Central

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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