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Sandwell

About

Sandwell is a metropolitan borough in the West Midlands, covering an area of approximately 86 square kilometers. It is located to the northwest of Birmingham and includes towns such as West Bromwich, Smethwick, Oldbury, and Tipton. The district is known for its industrial heritage, with a history tied to manufacturing and coal mining. Sandwell Valley, a large green space, offers parks, nature reserves, and walking trails, providing a contrast to the urban areas.

The area has a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial zones, with a focus on regeneration projects in recent years. Public transport links, including buses and trains, connect Sandwell to Birmingham and other parts of the West Midlands. The district is home to diverse communities, with cultural influences reflected in local businesses and events. Sandwell’s economy includes retail, healthcare, and education sectors, alongside remaining industrial sites.

Area overview

On average Sandwell has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 102 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 26.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sandwell is £37,455 per year. There are 133 schools in Sandwell: 95 primary (12 Outstanding and 64 Good) and 22 secondary (3 Outstanding and 12 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

102

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

3/10

Social housing

26.8%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Sandwell Population

341,832

Population density

3,994.9 per km²

Demographics

British

177,929

52.05%

Indian

44,378

12.98%

Pakistani

22,148

6.48%

Other White

15,405

4.51%

Caribbean

13,103

3.83%

Total population: 341,832

Housing

Owns outright

35,924

27.58%

Owns with a mortgage

34,080

26.17%

Social rents from council

27,293

20.95%

Private landlord or letting agency

21,710

16.67%

Other social rented

7,319

5.62%

Total households: 130,246

Property prices in Sandwell

Based on 2,137 recent sales, the median property price is £213,000 in Sandwell area, with individual transactions ranging from £15,780 up to £735,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	269	£327,000	£207,000	£270,000	£377,500	£460,000
Flats	213	£105,000	£45,000	£80,000	£120,000	£138,200
Semi-Detached	964	£230,000	£137,875	£195,000	£260,000	£338,400
Terraced	691	£193,000	£120,000	£170,000	£226,750	£304,000

10 years price trend in Sandwell

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