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Wimblebury & Cannock Wood

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About

Wimblebury and Cannock Wood are neighbouring villages located in the Cannock Chase district of Staffordshire. The area is known for its proximity to Cannock Chase, a large mixed woodland and heathland offering walking and cycling trails. The villages have a mix of residential properties, local amenities, and green spaces, with a quiet, semi-rural atmosphere.

Cannock Wood is slightly larger, with a primary school, a village hall, and a few shops, while Wimblebury is more residential. Both areas are well-connected to nearby towns like Cannock and Rugeley, making them popular for commuters. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for outdoor activities, with trails leading into Cannock Chase. The area retains a sense of community, with local events and clubs.

Area overview

On average Wimblebury & Cannock Wood has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 43 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wimblebury & Cannock Wood is £44,400 per year. There are 1 schools in Wimblebury & Cannock Wood: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
43
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
15%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wimblebury & Cannock Wood Population
6,458
Population density
653.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,171
95.5%
Other White
67
1.04%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
41
0.63%
Indian
36
0.56%
White and Asian (mixed)
24
0.37%
Total population: 6,462

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,004
37.63%
Owns outright
937
35.12%
Private landlord or letting agency
321
12.03%
Social rents from council
302
11.32%
Other social rented
58
2.17%
Total households: 2,668

Property prices in Wimblebury & Cannock Wood

Based on 86 recent sales, the median property price is £258,975 in Wimblebury & Cannock Wood area, with individual transactions ranging from £79,000 up to £735,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Wimblebury & Cannock Wood 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 Wimblebury & Cannock Wood over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached35£350,000
Flats2£115,000
Semi-Detached27£235,000
Terraced22£168,750

10 years median price trend in Wimblebury & Cannock Wood

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Wimblebury & Cannock Wood.

Data Sources

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