How Do House Prices Vary Across WS5?

View annual property trends across Walsall by home type, with reference to year-on-year changes and performance in surrounding markets.

You’ll also gain insight into which housing types are showing lasting appeal and which have seen variable momentum.

Year-on-Year Housing Data for WS5

The figures below trace WS5’s property market across each year from 2018 to 2025.
Year Average Price Transactions
2025 (proj.) £307,600 226
2024 £297,900 162
2023 £307,000 189
2022 £307,300 215
2021 £284,900 279
2020 £268,800 231
2019 £243,600 253
2018 £247,500 255

Property prices in WS5 have seen a rather dynamic journey from 2018 to the present, echoing the mood swings you might notice at a packed Bescot Stadium on match day. The market has both thrilled buyers with its surging highs and left a few holding their hats when prices have momentarily dipped.

  • Average prices have moved with gusto, soaring notably between 2019 and 2022. The climb to just above £307,300 brings vivid memories of Walsall’s Victorian villas and leafy avenues luring upmarket movers.
  • With that said, 2023 and 2024 saw a modest cool-down, with values holding their own but settling under their prior peak. This modest dip speaks to wider market jitters and macroeconomic uncertainty, but hardly a dramatic slide. If anything, it presents tactical opportunities for those eyeing a smart entry.
  • Transaction volumes have felt the squeeze: from a robust 255 in 2018, dipping each year to 162 in 2024, before a projected rebound. A market quieter than a Black Country backstreet on a Sunday afternoon, perhaps - but activity is expected to pick up as sentiment stabilises.

So, what should we remember? WS5’s property market has proven its durability, and though volatility remains, savvy buyers and investors could uncover unexpected value by reading the market’s subtle shifts rather than chasing headlines.

Average Prices in WS5 by Style of Home

Detached

Avg. Property Price: 411K

Avg. Size of Property
1,385 sq/ft

Avg. Cost Per Sq/ft
£309 sq/ft

Total transactions
275 (since 2021)

Semi-detached

Avg. Property Price: 256K

Avg. Size of Property
1,010 sq/ft

Avg. Cost Per Sq/ft
£261 sq/ft

Total transactions
282 (since 2021)

Terraces

Avg. Property Price: 194K

Avg. Size of Property
830 sq/ft

Avg. Cost Per Sq/ft
£233 sq/ft

Total transactions
123 (since 2021)

Apartments

Avg. Property Price: 116K

Avg. Size of Property
706 sq/ft

Avg. Cost Per Sq/ft
£167 sq/ft

Total transactions
10 (since 2021)

Walsall’s WS5 property market is an absolute patchwork of contrasts, and frankly, it’s got the character to match. Locals know there’s nowhere quite like it for diversity – from the leafy stretches of detached homes to the tidy rows of terraces and the handy flats close to shops. If we look at the number of homes changing hands, semi-detached houses lead the charge, with detached sales not far behind (that’s a proper Walsall tug of war). For families, these homes pack in more breathing space and often larger gardens – think Sunday barbecues and lively gatherings, out back.

The detached homes in WS5 are clearly prized – their average price rises well above the rest, and the cost per square foot is equally robust. That’s not just bricks and mortar, it’s a statement – a sign of aspiration that’s as loud as the Black Country accent. By contrast, flats and terraced houses keep plenty of first-time buyers and downsizers rooted right here, with their lower cost per square foot making city living attainable (and a bit less hair-raising for your wallet).

  • Semi-detached homes consistently stand out: they’re snapped up quickly, offering that sweet spot between space and sensible pricing.
  • Detached properties deliver prestige and space, but they come with a weightier price tag, clearly reflecting both demand and desirability in WS5.
  • Terraced houses and flats are accessible and dependable, anchoring a vibrant market for solo buyers and those on a careful budget.

It’s a bit of a rollercoaster, this WS5 housing scene – thrilling for those prepared to invest big, and reassuring for buyers seeking value without leaving their Walsall roots behind.


So, what are the key takeaway points?

  1. Detached and semi-detached homes form the backbone of WS5’s bustling market – they remain the top picks for families craving room and a touch of status.
  2. Smart buyers chasing affordability needn’t look further than terraced homes and flats, which provide reliable value and a sense of belonging right here in Walsall’s ever-adaptable south-west.

Where Walsall Homes Sell, Stall, or Soar

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All Roads in WS5 – Walsall

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