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West Bromwich Central

England / West Midlands / Sandwell / West Bromwich Central

About

West Bromwich Central ward is located in the heart of Sandwell, covering a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial areas. The ward includes parts of the town centre, with key landmarks like the New Square shopping centre and the Sandwell Council House. Residential areas feature a range of housing types, from Victorian terraces to modern apartments, catering to a variety of households.

The ward is well-connected by public transport, with West Bromwich bus station and the nearby tram stop providing links across the West Midlands. Green spaces like Dartmouth Park offer recreational opportunities, while local schools and community centres serve the population. The area has seen regeneration efforts in recent years, aiming to improve infrastructure and amenities for residents and businesses.

Area overview

On average West Bromwich Central has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 180 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 31.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Bromwich Central is £35,056 per year. There are 9 schools in West Bromwich Central: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
180
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
31.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

West Bromwich Central Population
15,426
Population density
2,234.8 per km²

Demographics

British
4,150
26.91%
Indian
3,951
25.62%
Other White
1,142
7.4%
Bangladeshi
1,123
7.28%
Pakistani
1,000
6.48%
Total population: 15,424

Housing

Owns outright
1,433
23.74%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,265
20.96%
Social rents from council
1,245
20.63%
Owns with a mortgage
1,054
17.46%
Other social rented
796
13.19%
Total households: 6,036

Property prices in West Bromwich Central

Based on 62 recent sales, the median property price is £209,000 in West Bromwich Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £52,500 up to £505,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached10£280,500
Flats13£100,000
Semi-Detached17£235,000
Terraced22£196,500

10 years price trend in West Bromwich Central

All postcodes in West Bromwich Central

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Data Sources

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