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Wolverhampton Central

England / West Midlands / Wolverhampton / Wolverhampton Central

About

Wolverhampton Central is the core of the city, featuring a mix of retail, business, and leisure facilities. The area includes the Mander Centre, a major shopping destination with a range of high-street stores and eateries. Queen Square serves as a focal point, hosting events and markets throughout the year. The central location provides easy access to public transport, including the bus station and Wolverhampton railway station.

The area also has cultural landmarks like the Wolverhampton Art Gallery and the Grand Theatre, offering exhibitions and performances. Nearby, the University of Wolverhampton’s city campus adds a student presence. While primarily commercial, the central streets have a mix of historic and modern architecture, reflecting the city’s industrial past. The nightlife includes pubs and bars, catering to both locals and visitors.

Area overview

On average Wolverhampton Central has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 319 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wolverhampton Central is £32,300 per year. There are 6 schools in Wolverhampton Central: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
319
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
23.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Wolverhampton Central

Based on 54 recent sales, the median property price is £139,500 in Wolverhampton Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £59,000 up to £350,000.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£260,000
Flats14£112,500
Semi-Detached7£220,000
Terraced32£148,500

10 years price trend in Wolverhampton Central

All postcodes in Wolverhampton Central

WV21BD

Cleveland Road

WV24DG

George Street

WV30AT

Bamford Road

WV30BG

Great Brickkiln Street

WV30ET

Bromford Rise

WV30EZ

Cardiff Street

WV30LZ

Lea Road

WV30PB

Dale Street

WV30PT

Great Brickkiln Street

WV100AB

Cambridge Street

WV11DU

Lichfield Street

WV11SJ

Wolverhampton Central

WV13AE

Castle Street

WV13AL

Castle Yard

WV13EN

Dudley Street

WV13NJ

Wolverhampton Central

WV14BL

Darlington Street

WV30HT

Owen Road

WV30HW

Burleigh Road

WV30JB

Norfolk Road

WV30LQ

Lea Road

WV37AT

Hughes Avenue

WV37NY

Fistral Gardens

WV39RL

Aspen Way

WV11HZ

Broad Street

WV11RL

North Street

WV11SE

Wulfruna Street

WV11UA

Wolverhampton Central

WV14HJ

Wolverhampton Central

WV19SP

St Peters Square

WV19SR

St Peters Square

WV100LE

Hilton Street

WV30EE

Goldthorn Road

WV11HE

Wolverhampton Central

WV11HP

Broad Street

WV11JN

Faulkland Crescent

WV11JS

Thornley Street

WV13BY

Queen Street

WV100AE

Cannock Road

WV19SN

St Peters Square

WV13ER

Cleveland Street

WV13LT

Shakespeare Street

WV30BF

Chapel Ash

WV30HB

Lime Street

WV30PJ

Dale Street

WV30RP

Lennox Gardens

WV39SH

Oaks Crescent

WV39SG

Merridale Gardens

WV19TD

St Peters Square

WV11EX

Short Street

WV11LY

Molineux Street

WV11RR

Wolverhampton Central

WV11SH

St Peters Square

WV11TH

Queen Square

WV13HF

Wolverhampton Central

WV14LE

Victoria Fold

WV30JR

Mander Street

WV30QU

Lord Street

WV30UB

Wolverhampton Central

WV30XF

Ash Street

WV11LR

Princes Square

WV13LS

St James Street

WV13BA

Garrick Street

WV13BL

Queen Street

WV13EJ

Albion Street

WV100JS

Water Street

WV24AN

Bond Street

WV30BT

Humber Road

WV30HN

Bamford Road

WV30PD

Dale Street

WV30PF

Dale Street

WV30QP

St Mark's Road

WV30RN

Ashland Street

WV37AY

Barn Green

WV39EQ

Bradmore Road

WV11SG

Camp Street

WV13AY

Market Street

WV13DW

Bailey Street

WV13NU

Victoria Street

WV19SZ

St Peters Square

WV21BA

Cleveland Road

WV24DX

George Street

WV30PW

Great Brickkiln Street

WV30UX

Merridale Gardens

WV39SE

Merridale Gardens

WV13JY

Piper's Row

WV11HB

Princess Alley

WV11LH

Railway Drive

WV11HL

Princess Street

WV13HH

Cleveland Street

WV19SW

St Peters Square

WV37BA

Downham Place

WV24AT

George Street

WV30AJ

Owen Road

WV30AN

Lime Street

WV30AZ

Bruford Road

WV30DX

Wolverhampton Central

WV30DB

St Mark's Road

WV30DD

Ash Street

WV30HQ

Owen Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.