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Greets Green and Lyng

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About

Greets Green and Lyng is a residential ward in Sandwell, West Midlands, known for its mix of housing and green spaces. The area features a range of properties, from terraced homes to modern developments, catering to a variety of residents. Local amenities include shops, schools, and community centers, providing essential services for daily life.

The ward is home to several parks, such as Lyng Park and Greets Green Open Space, offering recreational opportunities. Public transport links connect the area to nearby towns and Birmingham city center. Industrial estates on the outskirts provide employment opportunities, balancing the ward's residential character with economic activity.

Area overview

On average Greets Green and Lyng has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 142 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 33.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Greets Green and Lyng is £33,948 per year. There are 6 schools in Greets Green and Lyng: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

142

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

1/10

Social housing

33.2%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Greets Green and Lyng Population

14,720

Population density

3,860.4 per km²

Demographics

British

5,064

34.41%

Indian

2,320

15.76%

Bangladeshi

1,621

11.01%

Pakistani

1,001

6.8%

Other White

927

6.3%

Total population: 14,718

Housing

Social rents from council

1,339

25.51%

Owns with a mortgage

1,169

22.28%

Owns outright

1,132

21.57%

Private landlord or letting agency

885

16.86%

Other social rented

523

9.97%

Total households: 5,248

Property prices in Greets Green and Lyng

Based on 55 recent sales, the median property price is £205,000 in Greets Green and Lyng area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £385,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	2	£338,500	£296,650	£315,250	£361,750	£380,350
Flats	5	£85,000	£54,200	£71,000	£93,750	£102,750
Semi-Detached	12	£231,000	£148,750	£206,500	£261,250	£284,800
Terraced	36	£204,000	£117,500	£173,750	£223,750	£272,000

10 years price trend in Greets Green and Lyng

All postcodes in Greets Green and Lyng

B708JF

Albion Road

B708JH

Brandon Way

B708QG

Hazelbeech Road

B708QH

Oak Avenue

B709BB

Dudley Road East

B709ES

Greets Green Road

B709UB

Claypit Lane

B709PA

Brandon Way

B709UL

Claypit Lane

B700AQ

Greets Green West

B700BH

Garratt Street

B707EX

Sams Lane

B707DB

Mount Pleasant Street

B707JB

Cornwallis Road

B707LW

Johnston Street

B708DB

Dartmouth Street

B708LE

Margaret Street

B708QX

Albion Road

B709BT

Oldbury Road Industrial Estate

B707RA

Lyng Lane

B707RF

Lyttleton Street

B707RQ

Lyng Lane

B708HE

Beeches Road

B709AN

Farley Road

B709BQ

Claypit Lane

B709HY

Turner Street

B709HZ

Turner Street

B709PT

Wood Lane

B709RP

Bilhay Lane

B709TN

Hilton Street

B709TZ

Wheatley Street

B709UJ

Claypit Lane

B709UN

Claypit Lane

B707DZ

Braybrook Crescent

B707LH

Giffords Way

B708AL

Richard Street West

B708QJ

Beechwood Road

B709NP

Tapestries Avenue

B709PB

Brandon Way

B707EW

Bache Street

B707HP

Lyttleton Street

B707HX

Greets Green East

B707JJ

Greets Green East

B708BQ

Wesley Close

B708LA

Turton Road

B708PE

Oxford Road

B709DT

Union Road

B709EQ

Greets Green Road

B709JA

Eaton Avenue

B709LZ

Hayes Street

B709NG

Cordley Street

B709PU

Piercy Street

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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