Oldbury is a ward in the borough of Sandwell, West Midlands. It is located near the town centre of Oldbury, which serves as a commercial and administrative hub for the area. The ward includes residential neighborhoods, local shops, and green spaces like Bury Hill Park. Public transport links connect Oldbury to nearby towns and Birmingham city centre.
The area has a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments. Industrial estates and retail parks provide employment opportunities, while schools and community facilities cater to residents. Oldbury retains a strong sense of local identity, with historic landmarks such as the Oldbury Library and the Sandwell Council House. The ward balances urban convenience with quieter suburban areas.
On average Oldbury has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 113 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Oldbury is £37,316 per year. There are 7 schools in Oldbury: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £190,000 in Oldbury area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £375,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 15 | £285,000 |
| Flats | 18 | £112,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 35 | £200,000 |
| Terraced | 31 | £182,500 |
10 years price trend in Oldbury
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Peel Way
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Bridge Street
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Birmingham Street
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Low Town
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Bridge Street
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Whitehouse Street
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Oldbury & Rood End
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Lower Chapel Street
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Larch Croft
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Hainge Road
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Waterways Drive
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Balaji Avenue
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Oldbury & Rood End
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Demuth Way
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Bridge Street
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Tipton Road
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North Tividale
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Temple Way
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Shidas Lane
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North Tividale
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Laburnum Croft
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Larch Croft
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Hainge Road
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Brades Road
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Church Street
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Church Street
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Theodore Close
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Temple Way
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McKean Road
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Albert Street East
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Oldbury & Rood End
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Hellier Avenue
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Quayside Close
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Ashtree Road
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Rounds Green Road
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Freeth Street
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Broadwell Road
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Brades Road
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Prince's Road
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Oldbury & Rood End
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Dudley Road East
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Broadwell Road
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Albert Street
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Birmingham Street
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Bridge Street
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Burnt Tree
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North Tividale
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Hainge Road
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King's Avenue
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Oldbury & Rood End
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Hallbridge Way
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Healey Drive
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Oldbury & Rood End
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Bridge Street
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.