St Matthew's ward is located in the town of Walsall, within the West Midlands. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some flats. It is situated close to Walsall town centre, providing easy access to shops, transport links, and local amenities. The ward includes parts of the Birchills and Bloxwich Road areas, with a network of streets and green spaces.
The ward has several schools, parks, and community facilities, catering to families and residents. Public transport links connect St Matthew's to surrounding areas, including bus routes serving Walsall and nearby neighbourhoods. The local economy is supported by small businesses and retail outlets, with some light industrial units in the vicinity. The area has a varied demographic, with a blend of long-term residents and newer communities.
On average St Matthew's has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 371 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 26.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in St Matthew's is £36,170 per year. There are 11 schools in St Matthew's: 6 primary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 3 secondary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good).
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Cecil Street
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Victoria Terrace
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Rushall Manor Road
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Westbourne Road
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Aldridge Road
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Darwall Street
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Birmingham Street
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Bridge Street
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Bradford Street
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High Street
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Walsall Central
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Follyhouse Close
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Union Street
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Tantarra Street
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Walsall Central
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Walsall Central
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Lysways Street
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New Street
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Bath Street
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Highgate Close
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Sandwell Street
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Mount Street
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Woodcutter Close
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Midland Road
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Equestrian Grove
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Woodcutter Close
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Caldmore Green
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Station Street
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Bridgeman Street
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The Cloisters
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Teddesley Street
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Lichfield Road
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Argyle Close
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Lichfield Road
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Aldridge Road
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Lysways Street
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Walsall Central
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Lower Forster Street
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Persehouse Street
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Ablewell Street
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Holtshill Lane
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Sandy Mount Road
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Belvidere Road
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Barleyfields Row
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Drayman Close
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Glebe Street
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Green Lane
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The Cutting