Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

POWKE LANE, B65 0AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POWKE LANE, B65 0AE.

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Population

602

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 36,800 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. B65 0AE spans multiple life stages — average age 37, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B65 0AE is a safe, established residential area on Powke Lane, 0.4km from Cherry Orchard in Rowley Regis. Administratively it sits within Blackheath ward and the Halesowen and Rowley Regis constituency.

For families considering a move, B65 0AE represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £157k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for B65 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00050242 (shared with 13 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 B65 0AE. The average age is 37.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.5%
Asian / British Asian9.8%
Black / African / Caribbean3.0%
Other / Mixed5.7%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 150,000

3 sales · Mean £ 141,666

Semi-Detached

£ 178,000

2 sales · Mean £ 178,000

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

B65 0AE has low crime rates — 25 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 offences65
Vehicle crime14
Criminal damage and arson11
Other theft9
Anti-social behaviour7

school Local Schools

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Highfields Primary School

Good432 pupils0.7 km
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Ormiston Forge Academy

Good1654 pupils0.7 km
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Temple Meadow Primary School

Good379 pupils0.8 km
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St Michael's Church of England High School

Good1221 pupils0.8 km
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The Westminster School

Outstanding238 pupils0.9 km
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Blackheath Primary School

Good475 pupils0.9 km
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Brickhouse Primary School

Good213 pupils1.0 km
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Old Hill Primary School

Good221 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • Rowley Bar & Grill1.0 km
  • Bell and Bear Inn0.9 km
  • Old Bush Revived0.1 km
  • Sir Robert Peel0.8 km
  • The Britannia0.8 km
  • + 10 more
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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Blackheath Fruit and Vegetables0.9 km
  • Euro Mini Market0.6 km
  • Lifestyle Express1.0 km
  • Powke Lane Convenience (Londis)0.7 km
  • Apex Convenience0.8 km
  • + 25 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Lidl UK GmbH1.0 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Iceland Foods Limited0.8 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

26 nearby
  • Antonios Pizza0.6 km
  • Hot Food Paradise Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
  • Love Peri Peri0.9 km
  • Mujeeb's Asian Sweets & Savouries0.9 km
  • Pizza Hut0.6 km
  • + 21 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Bake "n" Butty0.7 km
  • Bethel Chapel1.0 km
  • Fenn's Cafe1.0 km
  • Artisan Expresso Bar0.8 km
  • Quick Coffee Break0.8 km
  • + 10 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Old Hill0.7 km
  • Rowley Regis1.4 km
  • Cradley Heath2.8 km