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Lichfield

About

Lichfield District is located in the West Midlands, covering an area of approximately 130 square miles. It includes the historic city of Lichfield, along with surrounding towns and villages such as Burntwood, Fradley, and Alrewas. The district is known for its mix of urban and rural landscapes, with farmland, woodland, and the River Trent shaping much of its geography. Lichfield itself is a key cultural and administrative hub, home to landmarks like Lichfield Cathedral and the Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum.

The area has strong transport links, with the A38 and A5 roads running through it, as well as Lichfield Trent Valley railway station providing connections to major cities. The district also includes parts of the National Forest, contributing to its green spaces. Local economy features a blend of retail, manufacturing, and tourism, with industries ranging from automotive to agriculture. Lichfield District Council oversees services for its population of around 105,000 residents.

Area overview

On average Lichfield has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 60 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lichfield is £46,939 per year. There are 59 schools in Lichfield: 42 primary (5 Outstanding and 22 Good) and 6 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

7/10

Social housing

10.2%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Lichfield Population

106,436

Population density

321.3 per km²

Demographics

British

97,952

92.03%

Other White

2,231

2.1%

Indian

1,477

1.39%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

795

0.75%

Irish

663

0.62%

Total population: 106,436

Housing

Owns outright

18,902

41.42%

Owns with a mortgage

14,528

31.84%

Other social rented

5,194

11.38%

Private landlord or letting agency

4,926

10.8%

Other forms of private rent

891

1.95%

Total households: 45,632

Property prices in Lichfield

Based on 1,360 recent sales, the median property price is £305,000 in Lichfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £1,875,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	493	£450,000	£271,200	£365,000	£565,000	£915,500
Flats	161	£165,000	£90,000	£128,000	£228,000	£435,000
Semi-Detached	446	£275,000	£178,500	£230,000	£339,250	£449,375
Terraced	260	£240,000	£134,900	£200,000	£308,500	£420,025

10 years price trend in Lichfield

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