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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

WS108RU

Black Horse Close

WS108RL

Curtin Drive

WS107BU

Southern Way

WV148LZ

Charnwood Close

WS108PF

Cash Joynson Avenue

WS108RD

Church Street

WS107RS

Victory Avenue

WS108SZ

Stafford Road

WS107TQ

Darlaston Road

WS107QQ

Western Way

WS108PB

Hall Street East

WS108NU

Lowe Avenue

WV148QJ

Walnut Close

WS108RJ

Curtin Drive

WS108PZ

Wiley Avenue South

WS108ST

Bull Lane

WS107SW

Darlaston Road

WS108EP

Blockall

WV148LR

Tudor Road

WS108SS

Burns Road

WS108TA

Church Street

WV148LL

Aston Close

WS108QU

Forge Road

WS108RN

Curtin Drive

WS108PQ

Haycock Place

WS108QB

Sproat Avenue

WS108ET

Little Cross Street

WS108NE

Willenhall Street

WS107BW

Bull Lane

WS108GD

Teal Grove

WS107QX

Lansbury Avenue

WS109JB

School Street

WS108HD

Darlaston South

WS107QW

Margaret Road

WS108BF

Pitchwood Close

WS107SR

Darlaston Road

WS108QD

Wiley Avenue

WS107TG

Darlaston Road

WS109JH

Birmingham Street

WS108SD

High Street

WS107RA

Holyhead Road

WS109TE

Oatmill Close

WS108SE

Castle View Close

WS108HR

Yardley Street

WS107TR

Ironmill Way

WS107QP

Broadwaters Road

WS107NS

Johnson Close

WS107RZ

Lodge Road

WS108DL

School Street

WS108GA

Hawkswood Drive

WS107SE

Dangerfield Lane

WS108JZ

The Green

WS108LA

Alma Street

WS107RJ

Church Street

WS109JJ

York Crescent

WV148QH

Sorbus Street

WS108SF

Castle View Close

WS107SL

Phoenix Rise

WS108RR

Bull Lane

WS108TZ

Stafford Road

WS108RP

Wheelwright Close

WS107TH

Chafery Drive

WV148NQ

Great Bridge Road

WS108NZ

The Avenue

WS108HT

Hemmings Street

WS108QJ

Bankfield Road

WV148ND

Belmont Street

WS108HG

Horton Place

WS108WG

Ceramic Close

WS107RQ

Woodsbank Terrace

WS108TX

Wolverhampton Street

WS108NT

Lowe Avenue

WS109HW

Threadbolt Way

WS108QA

Bradshaw Avenue

WS108QF

Berry Avenue

WS108TE

Pinfold Street

WS108HJ

Addenbrooke Street

WS108NF

Blockall Close

WS108NX

Lowe Avenue

WS109JE

Old Park Road

WS108PE

Hall Street East

WS108SY

Pinfold Street

WS108QL

Herberts Park Road

WS108TW

Dorsett Road

WS108QQ

Stanbury Avenue

WS108QG

Stanbury Avenue

WS108YA

Darlaston South

WS108TN

King Edward Street

Data Sources

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