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Woods & Mesty Croft

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About

Woods & Mesty Croft is a residential area located in Sandwell, West Midlands. The neighborhood features a mix of housing, including semi-detached and terraced homes, with some green spaces and local amenities. It is situated near major roads like the M5 and A41, providing easy access to nearby towns and Birmingham city center.

The area includes several schools, parks, and community facilities, catering to families and long-term residents. Public transport links, such as bus routes, connect Woods & Mesty Croft to surrounding areas. While primarily residential, the neighborhood has a few shops and services for daily needs. The nearby Sandwell Valley offers open spaces for recreation.

Area overview

On average Woods & Mesty Croft has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 88 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 26.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Woods & Mesty Croft is £36,400 per year. There are 5 schools in Woods & Mesty Croft: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
88
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
26.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Woods & Mesty Croft Population
7,811
Population density
3,758.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,006
76.88%
Indian
479
6.13%
Bangladeshi
267
3.42%
Other White
189
2.42%
African
143
1.83%
Total population: 7,812

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,020
32.02%
Owns with a mortgage
907
28.47%
Social rents from council
787
24.7%
Private landlord or letting agency
309
9.7%
Other social rented
84
2.64%
Total households: 3,186

Property prices in Woods & Mesty Croft

Based on 59 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in Woods & Mesty Croft area, with individual transactions ranging from £62,000 up to £412,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Woods & Mesty Croft 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 Woods & Mesty Croft over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£270,000
Flats5£102,000
Semi-Detached36£215,000
Terraced11£185,000

10 years median price trend in Woods & Mesty Croft

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Woods & Mesty Croft.

Data Sources

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