| Council | Walsall |
| Crime Rate | High for a West Midlands town 39% above the national average. |
| Demographics | 👶 Young Families😔 High Unemployment |
The average house price in Walsall is £206,858, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Walsall house price trends over the last 30 years.
£206,858
£391,853
£105,244
£223,965
£182,972
Is Walsall a nice place to live?
Walsall 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.
How safe is Walsall?
Walsall has a high crime rate for a West Midlands town, with around 104 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 39% above the national average, and 20% above the West Midlands average.
What are the best schools in Walsall?
Walsall has 112 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools include Queen Mary's Grammar School, Delves Infant School, Queen Mary's High School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Joseph Leckie Academy and Palfrey Junior School. Note: 8 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Walsall?
Walsall has a diverse ethnic mix with no single group forming a majority. Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (75%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.