Fazeley ward is located in the eastern part of Lichfield, Staffordshire, near the border with Tamworth. The area is known for its mix of residential and industrial spaces, with housing estates alongside business parks and retail units. The ward includes the historic town of Fazeley, which grew during the Industrial Revolution due to its canal connections. The Coventry Canal and Birmingham and Faversham Railway line run through the area, reflecting its transport links.
The ward features green spaces like Bonehill Recreation Ground, providing leisure opportunities for residents. Local amenities include schools, shops, and community facilities, serving both Fazeley and nearby Mile Oak. The area has seen development in recent years, balancing growth with its industrial heritage. Fazeley’s proximity to major roads like the A5 and M42 Toll makes it accessible to surrounding towns and cities.
Area overview
On average Fazeley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 72 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Fazeley is £41,200 per year. There are 2 schools in Fazeley: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
72
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
18.4%
Connectivity
N/A
Area Profile
Fazeley Population
4,615
Population density
786.4 per km²
Demographics
British
4,275
92.63%
Other White
114
2.47%
Indian
54
1.17%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
41
0.89%
Irish
28
0.61%
Total population: 4,615
Christian
2,306
49.97%
No religion
1,983
42.97%
Not answered
253
5.48%
Sikh
29
0.63%
Muslim
16
0.35%
Total population: 4,615
No qualifications
918
24.05%
Level 4 qualifications or above
909
23.81%
Level 3 (A level)
637
16.69%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
555
14.54%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
467
12.23%
Total 16+ residents: 3,817
Employed
2,077
54.46%
Retired
1,003
26.3%
Long-term sick or disabled
184
4.82%
Looking after home or family
163
4.27%
Student
118
3.09%
Total 16+ residents: 3,814
Housing
Owns outright
724
36.07%
Owns with a mortgage
577
28.75%
Other social rented
358
17.84%
Private landlord or letting agency
265
13.2%
Social rents from council
45
2.24%
Total households: 2,007
Semi-detached
1,050
52.45%
Detached
346
17.28%
Purpose-built flat
300
14.99%
Terraced
279
13.94%
Commercial building
16
0.8%
Total households: 2,002
Property prices in Fazeley
Based on 48 recent sales, the median property price is £259,000 in Fazeley area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £850,000.
