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Upper Gornal & Ruiton

About

Upper Gornal & Ruiton are residential areas located in the Dudley borough of the West Midlands. The neighbourhoods feature a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, semi-detached homes, and post-war developments. Local amenities include shops, pubs, and schools, catering to the needs of residents. The area is well-connected by road, with the A459 providing links to Dudley town centre and nearby towns like Wolverhampton.

Green spaces such as Buffery Park and Ruiton Recreation Ground offer outdoor leisure opportunities. The area has a strong sense of community, with local events and clubs fostering connections among residents. Upper Gornal & Ruiton retain a traditional character, with some historic buildings reflecting the area's industrial past. The nearby Sedgley Beacon provides scenic views over the surrounding Black Country landscape.

Area overview

On average Upper Gornal & Ruiton has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 94 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 31.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Upper Gornal & Ruiton is £36,100 per year. There are 2 schools in Upper Gornal & Ruiton: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Upper Gornal & Ruiton Population

6,481

Population density

4,732.7 per km²

Demographics

British

5,790

89.41%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

150

2.32%

Other White

1.22%

Indian

0.96%

African

0.82%

Total population: 6,476

Housing

Owns outright

844

29.16%

Owns with a mortgage

781

26.99%

Social rents from council

637

22.01%

Private landlord or letting agency

282

9.74%

Other social rented

266

9.19%

Total households: 2,894

Property prices in Upper Gornal & Ruiton

Based on 54 recent sales, the median property price is £198,250 in Upper Gornal & Ruiton area, with individual transactions ranging from £94,000 up to £365,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Upper Gornal & Ruiton over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	11	£315,000	£212,000	£292,500	£340,000	£362,500
Flats	6	£127,000	£100,500	£121,750	£134,500	£139,250
Semi-Detached	24	£200,500	£175,750	£184,250	£236,250	£255,950
Terraced	13	£190,000	£145,400	£170,000	£208,000	£221,200

10 years median price trend in Upper Gornal & Ruiton

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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