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Rowley West

England / West Midlands / Sandwell / Rowley West

About

Rowley West is a residential area located in the borough of Sandwell, West Midlands. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes. Local amenities include small shops, takeaways, and convenience stores catering to daily needs. Public transport links provide connections to nearby towns and Birmingham city center.

The area features several green spaces, including Rowley Hills, which offers views across the region. Schools and community centers serve local families, while light industrial zones border parts of the neighborhood. Rowley West maintains a quiet, suburban character, with easy access to larger retail and employment hubs in Sandwell and beyond.

Area overview

On average Rowley West has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 71 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rowley West is £40,200 per year. There are 2 schools in Rowley West: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
71
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
19.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Rowley West Population
6,321
Population density
2,608.2 per km²

Demographics

British
4,990
78.96%
Indian
256
4.05%
Other White
208
3.29%
African
135
2.14%
Pakistani
131
2.07%
Total population: 6,320

Housing

Owns outright
928
37.03%
Owns with a mortgage
735
29.33%
Social rents from council
418
16.68%
Private landlord or letting agency
301
12.01%
Other social rented
70
2.79%
Total households: 2,506

Property prices in Rowley West

Based on 50 recent sales, the median property price is £263,750 in Rowley West area, with individual transactions ranging from £135,500 up to £414,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached16£340,000
Semi-Detached21£255,000
Terraced13£230,000

10 years price trend in Rowley West

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Data Sources

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