Postcode Analysis Dudley, West Midlands

SPIES LANE, B62 0BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPIES LANE, B62 0BL.

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Population

350

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 49,000 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B62 0BL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

B62 0BL is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £159k, 94% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 5.7% year-on-year.

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B62 0BL is a sought-after residential area on Spies Lane, 0.7km from Quinton in Halesowen. Administratively it sits within Halesowen South ward and the Halesowen and Rowley Regis constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in B62, B62 0BL offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £159k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 5.7% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for B62 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00049612 (shared with 8 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 B62 0BL. The average age is 49.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British79.6%
Asian / British Asian12.6%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed5.7%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 150,000

26 sales · Mean £ 166,573

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

B62 0BL has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences34
Shoplifting21
Burglary8
Vehicle crime5
Public order4

school Local Schools

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Lapal Primary School

Outstanding380 pupils0.4 km
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Howley Grange Primary School

Good421 pupils0.5 km
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Leasowes High School

Good989 pupils0.7 km
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Quinton Church Primary School

Good210 pupils1.1 km
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Four Dwellings Academy

Good548 pupils1.3 km
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Hurst Green Primary School

Good418 pupils1.4 km
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Four Dwellings Primary Academy

Requires Improvement358 pupils1.4 km
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Halesbury School

Good155 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Farmfoods0.8 km
  • Co-operative Food Store0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Quinton Methodist Church0.9 km
  • Dilshad International0.9 km
  • Full English Cafe0.8 km
  • Beef Belly Grill0.9 km
  • Coffee@Cogs0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Merchants0.9 km
  • Parkes Traditional Fish & Chips0.9 km
  • Beijing House0.1 km
  • Howley Grange Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Kent Rd Fish Bar0.1 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Prestige Wines and Convenience0.4 km
  • Centre Point1.0 km
  • Lifestyle Extra0.9 km
  • The Daily Deli0.9 km
  • One Stop Stores Limited0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Lounge 1010.1 km
  • The Cobham Arms0.7 km
  • Halesowen Golf Club0.6 km
  • Stag & Three Horseshoes0.8 km
  • The Royal Oak0.3 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Rowley Regis2.5 km
  • Old Hill2.9 km
  • Langley Green4.5 km