Walsall Borough Housing Strategy 2026 - Key messages: Inclusive growth for Walsall

• Place-Based Regeneration: Tailored masterplans and investment will transform neighbourhoods, prioritising areas with greatest need. 
• Fairness and Opportunity: Regeneration benefits—homes, jobs, public spaces—shared by all residents, reducing inequalities. 
• Community Empowerment: Deep co-design, local leadership, and skills programmes help residents shape their future and boost social mobility. 
• Healthier, Safer, More Vibrant Places: Integrated approach links housing, health, education, and employment for resilient, attractive communities. 
• Diverse Housing Offer: More supported, accessible, and specialist homes for all ages and backgrounds. 

How we will deliver

• Set up cross-department teams and expand locality/community leadership
• Engage communities in co-design and strategy 
• Map and prioritise regeneration areas with resident input
• Launch neighbourhood placemaking pilots and celebrate community successes