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St. James's

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About

St. James's ward is located in the northern part of Dudley, a town in the West Midlands. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. It is bordered by the wards of Castle and Priory, with good transport links to Dudley town centre and nearby areas like Sedgley and Tipton.

The ward features several local amenities, including schools, parks, and small retail outlets. St. James's Park provides green space for recreation, while the nearby Priory Estate offers additional community facilities. The area has a strong sense of community, with local events and groups active throughout the year. Its proximity to Dudley town centre ensures easy access to shopping, healthcare, and other services.

Area overview

On average St. James's has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 156 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 28.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in St. James's is £36,821 per year. There are 7 schools in St. James's: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
156
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
28.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in St. James's

Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £195,000 in St. James's area, with individual transactions ranging from £69,000 up to £422,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for St. James's 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 St. James's over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached22£296,750
Flats5£117,500
Semi-Detached56£190,000
Terraced16£180,000

10 years median price trend in St. James's

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in St. James's.

Data Sources

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