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About

Wollaston is a residential area located in the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley, West Midlands. It sits approximately 2 miles south of Dudley town center, bordered by Stourbridge to the west and Amblecote to the south. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs.

The area is well-connected by road, with the A491 running through it, providing links to nearby towns. Public transport options include bus services to Dudley, Stourbridge, and Birmingham. Wollaston also has a strong sense of community, with local events and groups fostering connections among residents. The nearby Mary Stevens Park offers green space for recreation, adding to the area's appeal for families.

Area overview

On average Wollaston has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wollaston is £39,800 per year. There are 1 schools in Wollaston: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
38
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
14.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wollaston Population
5,732
Population density
4,579.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,464
95.34%
Other White
52
0.91%
Indian
41
0.72%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
37
0.65%
Irish
22
0.38%
Total population: 5,731

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,169
44.53%
Owns with a mortgage
784
29.87%
Social rents from council
372
14.17%
Private landlord or letting agency
195
7.43%
Other forms of private rent
54
2.06%
Total households: 2,625

Property prices in Wollaston

Based on 74 recent sales, the median property price is £282,500 in Wollaston area, with individual transactions ranging from £87,000 up to £570,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Wollaston 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 Wollaston over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached23£375,000
Flats3£105,000
Semi-Detached39£275,000
Terraced9£243,000

10 years median price trend in Wollaston

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Wollaston.

All postcodes in Wollaston

DY84TQ

Cheshire Close

Data Sources

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