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Merry Hill

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About

Merry Hill ward lies in the eastern part of Wolverhampton, bordered by the Willenhall Road and the Bentley Bridge area. The residential landscape is characterised by a mix of inter-war and post-war housing, with many semi-detached and terraced homes. The area includes several local parks and green spaces, such as Merry Hill Park, which provides recreational facilities for the community. It is primarily a residential suburb with a number of local shops and services concentrated along the main routes.

The ward is home to a significant community hub at the Ashmore Park shopping precinct, which serves as a focal point for local commerce. Educational facilities include several primary schools, supporting the area's family-oriented nature. A notable local landmark is the former site of the Villiers Engineering works, reflecting the area's historical connections to Wolverhampton's industrial past. Public transport links connect the ward to the wider city centre and surrounding districts.

Area overview

On average Merry Hill has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 18.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Merry Hill is £50,854 per year. There are 5 schools in Merry Hill: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
18.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Merry Hill

Based on 96 recent sales, the median property price is £257,000 in Merry Hill area, with individual transactions ranging from £66,500 up to £575,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Merry Hill in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Merry Hill over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached22£308,750
Flats5£89,250
Semi-Detached56£260,500
Terraced13£210,000

10 years median price trend in Merry Hill

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Merry Hill.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.