| Council | Walsall |
| Crime Rate | High for a West Midlands suburb 63% above the national average. |
| Vibe | 🌳 Parklife🚶♀️ No Car Needed |
| Demographics | 👶 Young Families😔 High Unemployment |
The average house price in Bescot is £182,882, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Bescot house price trends over the last 30 years.
£182,882
£267,500
£102,000
£201,941
£161,147
Is Bescot a nice place to live?
Bescot is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. Locals particularly enjoy access to parks and outdoor spaces. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area.
How safe is Bescot?
Bescot has a high crime rate for a West Midlands suburb, with around 122 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 63% above the national average, and 41% above the West Midlands average.
What are the best schools in Bescot?
Bescot has 54 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding school is St Mary's The Mount Catholic Primary School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Joseph Leckie Academy and Palfrey Junior School. Note: 4 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Bescot?
Bescot has a diverse ethnic mix with no single group forming a majority. Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (71%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.