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Ocker Hill

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About

Ocker Hill is a residential area located in the borough of Sandwell, West Midlands. It is situated near Tipton and Dudley, with easy access to major roads like the A461. The area features a mix of housing, including terraced homes and semi-detached properties, reflecting its industrial past. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs.

The area is known for Ocker Hill Power Station, a former coal-fired plant that operated for over a century before its demolition. Nearby green spaces, such as Victoria Park, provide recreational opportunities. Public transport links, including buses, connect Ocker Hill to surrounding towns. The area maintains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere while being close to larger urban centers.

Area overview

On average Ocker Hill has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 86 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 43.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ocker Hill is £36,400 per year. There are 4 schools in Ocker Hill: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
86
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
43.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ocker Hill Population
6,169
Population density
5,766 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,716
76.45%
Indian
326
5.28%
Other White
228
3.7%
African
171
2.77%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
135
2.19%
Total population: 6,169

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
830
37.05%
Owns with a mortgage
458
20.45%
Owns outright
458
20.45%
Private landlord or letting agency
225
10.04%
Other social rented
218
9.73%
Total households: 2,240

Property prices in Ocker Hill

Based on 28 recent sales, the median property price is £201,250 in Ocker Hill area, with individual transactions ranging from £32,000 up to £330,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ocker 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 Ocker Hill over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£320,000
Flats2£41,000
Semi-Detached6£252,500
Terraced18£200,000

10 years median price trend in Ocker Hill

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

All postcodes in Ocker Hill

DY40UW

Gospel Oak Road

DY40XH

South Road

DY40RP

Henn Street

DY40NA

Welch Close

DY40RX

Woodhall Close

DY40SP

Shelley Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.