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Cradley Heath, Staffordshire

Cradley Heath is a town in Staffordshire, within the Black Country. Cradley Heath was an area of heathland between Cradley, Netherton, and Old Hill, which developed as a small industrial town from the early 19th century around two prolific industries - chainmaking and nailmaking. The High Street remains a traditional shopping area, retaining many of its original buildings. The town is within the council area of Sandwell.

Place Type: Town
Historic County: Staffordshire
Lat, Long: 52.47189,-2.081641
Grid Reference: SO 9455 8599
Council Area: Sandwell CA
Strategic Authority Area: West Midlands SA
Police Area: West Midlands PA

GBPN ID: 11279
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Cradley_Heath,_Staffordshire_11279

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