Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

HIGHFIELD ROAD, B43 5AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHFIELD ROAD, B43 5AW.

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Population

372

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 42,000 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: B43 5AW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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7/10
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2/10
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4/10
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8/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines B43 5AW — 53% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

home £231,600 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B43 5AW is a safe, established residential area on Highfield Road, 0.7km from Hamstead in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Newton ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 53% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £231k.

Census 2021 statistics for B43 5AW are sourced from Output Area E00050652 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B43 5AW. The average age is 39.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British47.2%
Asian / British Asian25.7%
Black / African / Caribbean18.0%
Other / Mixed9.1%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 185,000

8 sales · Mean £ 197,625

Semi-Detached

£ 143,000

3 sales · Mean £ 162,666

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

B43 5AW has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences62
Vehicle crime19
Criminal damage and arson14
Other theft13
Public order6

school Local Schools

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Hamstead Infant School

Good220 pupils0.2 km
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Hamstead Junior School

Good229 pupils0.4 km
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Hamstead Hall Academy

Good1126 pupils1.0 km
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Grove Vale Primary School

Outstanding420 pupils1.0 km
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Ferndale Primary School

Good621 pupils1.0 km
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St Mark's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding1.4 km
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Holy Name Catholic Primary School

Good205 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Gorse Farm News & Wines0.8 km
  • Nisa0.3 km
  • Raj's Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Hamstead News & Booze0.2 km
  • Jayshaw Stores0.9 km
  • + 7 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Valley Bar & Chargrill0.1 km
  • The Malt Shovel0.8 km
  • Special Spices0.9 km
  • The Hamstead0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Rose Garden0.8 km
  • Yummy0.2 km
  • G's Fish Bar0.8 km
  • SeaFresh Fish and Chips0.2 km
  • The Scran Man0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Stanton Fish & Chips0.3 km
  • Great Barr Cafe Ltd0.9 km
  • Great Barr Hotel & Conference Centre1.0 km
  • Hamstead Hall Academy1.0 km
  • Subway0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.7 km
  • Co-op0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamstead1.5 km
  • Tame Bridge Parkway2.4 km
  • The Hawthorns3.6 km