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Darlaston South

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About

Darlaston South is a residential ward situated in the southern part of the town of Darlaston, within the Metropolitan Borough of Walsall. The area is characterised by a mix of housing types, including Victorian terraces and more modern post-war developments. Its landscape is largely urban, with local industry and commerce integrated into the fabric of the community. The ward is defined by key routes like Bentley Road and Pinfold Street, which serve as central thoroughfares for daily life and local business activity.

The ward contains several green spaces, such as Victoria Park, which provides recreational facilities for residents. Historically an important centre for manufacturing, particularly in metalworking, this industrial heritage continues to influence the local economy and environment. The area is served by Darlaston Community Centre, a focal point for local events and services. Public transport connections link the ward to central Walsall and surrounding areas, supporting its role as a predominantly residential community.

Area overview

On average Darlaston South has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 99 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 36.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Darlaston South is £43,030 per year. There are 8 schools in Darlaston South: 6 primary (2 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Darlaston South is home to around 17,261 people, with a population density of about 4,808.9 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
99
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
36%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Darlaston South Population
17,261
Population density
4,808.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
51.85(+34%)
Criminal damage and arson
10.95(+50%)
Vehicle crime
10.08(+55%)
Anti-social behaviour
7.47(-31%)
Public order
6.78(+12%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
11,513
66.72%
Indian
1,517
8.79%
Other White
932
5.4%
Pakistani
570
3.3%
African
521
3.02%
Total population: 17,255

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
3,687
29.04%
Level 4 qualifications or above
2,452
19.31%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,954
15.39%
Level 3 (A level)
1,936
15.25%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,607
12.66%
Total 16+ residents: 12,697

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,563
23.67%
Other social rented
1,511
22.88%
Owns outright
1,372
20.78%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,084
16.41%
Social rents from council
921
13.95%
Total households: 6,604

Property prices in Darlaston South

Based on 101 recent sales, the median property price is £192,000 in Darlaston South area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £369,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Darlaston South 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 Darlaston South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedianMedian £/m²
Detached11£290,000£3,303
Flats6£97,500£1,726
Semi-Detached49£195,000£2,500
Terraced35£187,000£2,197

10 years median price trend in Darlaston South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Darlaston South.

All postcodes in Darlaston South

WV148QF

Sorbus Street

WS107TE

Puddlers Grove

WV148NT

Tilia Grove

WS109LE

Butcroft Gardens

WS107RD

St Johns Road

WS108HP

Garrington Street

WV148ER

Fircroft

WS108PL

Hall Street East

WS107TD

Darlaston Road

WS107TP

Forge Street

WV148NN

Glyn Avenue

WS108HS

Wesson Road

WS109GD

Nowell Street

WS108PH

Kennedy Crescent

WV148LG

Great Bridge Road

WV148NW

Great Bridge Road

WS107UG

Steam Tram Drive

WS108QN

Wells Avenue

WS107RU

Dangerfield Lane

WS108RG

Queen Street

WS109JG

Old Park Road

WS108TD

Pinfold Street

WS108RX

High Street

WS108SP

Burns Place

WS108HU

Willenhall Street

WS107QN

Rowley View

WS108NN

Biddlestone Place

WV148QL

Maple Grove

WV148ET

Hannah Road

WS107SB

Smith Avenue

WV148QB

Elder Road

WS108WD

Quill Close

WS108DP

The Leys

WS108UQ

Wolverhampton Street

WS107UD

Centenary Lane

WS108WF

Basalt Lane

WS108SU

Sutton Road

WS108HH

Addenbrooke Street

WS107QY

Large Avenue

WS109JT

Walsall Road

WS108WA

Bagwall Crescent

WV148LQ

Leighton Road

WV148NE

Bull Lane

WS108UE

Wolverhampton Street

WV148LU

Thorneycroft Place

WV148LH

Kendrick Place

WS108TT

Marston Avenue

WS108TQ

Mill Street

WS108NY

Rough Hay Road

WS108PY

Hewitt Street

WS108QX

Allen Drive

WS108PN

Ames Road

WS107QS

Broadwaters Road

WS107SD

Dangerfield Lane

WV148LN

Leighton Road

WS108RH

Queen Street

WS108SW

Burns Road

WV148QZ

Bull Lane

WS108NB

Bird Brook Close

WS108UF

Wolverhampton Street

WS107ST

New Cross Street

WS107TL

Parklands Road

WS108NP

Imperial Close

WS108QP

Heathfield Lane West

WS107TB

Woden Road West

WS107RH

Sandwell Avenue

WV148NL

Glyn Avenue

WS108QE

Berry Avenue

WS108RA

Allen Drive

WS107QT

Margaret Road

WS107QU

Banfield Road

WV148LA

Great Bridge Road

WS107QR

Broadwaters Avenue

WS109HU

School Street

WS108UG

Wolverhampton Street

WS108SL

Watson Road

WS107TZ

Darlaston Road

WS108WB

Fusion Way

WS108QW

Glebe Place

WS108QS

Park Road

WS108RW

Bull Lane

WV148NU

Hemlock Way

WV148LP

Castle View Road

WS108PR

Peacock Road

WS108TG

Park View

WS108RY

High Ridge Close

WS108HE

Horton Place

WS108RT

High Street

WS107RR

Victory Avenue

WV148EP

Bradley Lane

WS108UY

Horton Close

WS109HZ

Joynson Street

WS108HN

Rough Hay Road

WS108PX

Park Street

WV148LW

Castle View Road

WS108TS

Charles Foster Street

WS108SN

Hughes Road

WS108TJ

Stafford Road

WS108EX

Eldon Street

WV148NB

Charnwood Close

Data Sources

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