| Council | Birmingham |
| Crime Rate | ✓average |
| Demographics | 👶 Young Families😔 High Unemployment🏘️ Renters |
£204,357
£442,500
£92,800
£275,386
£198,964
Is Castle Vale a nice place to live?
Castle Vale is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.
How safe is Castle Vale?
Castle Vale has an average crime rate of 125.6 crimes per 1,000 people, similar to most areas. Crime hotspots have been reported near Austin Street and Mere Avenue, as reported by West Midlands Police.
What are the best schools in Castle Vale?
Castle Vale has 44 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools include Walmley Junior School, The Deanery Church of England Primary School, Smith's Wood Primary Academy. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include St Anthony's Catholic Primary School and Walmley Infant School. Note: 2 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Castle Vale?
The majority of residents in Castle Vale identify as White (British) (75%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (91%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.