Is WS5 4DU a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
140 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of WS5 4DU. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£205,830
Average price in Sandwell (2026-07, UK House Price Index). Down 0.4% year on year.
- Terraced
- £191,457
- Semi-detached
- £227,178
- Detached
- £328,663
- Flat / maisonette
- £111,228
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for WS5 4DU specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near WS5 4DU on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near WS5 4DU on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.