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.
POWKE LANE, B65 0AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POWKE LANE, B65 0AE.
602
37
£ 36,800 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Highfields Primary School
Ormiston Forge Academy
Temple Meadow Primary School
St Michael's Church of England High School
The Westminster School
Blackheath Primary School
Brickhouse Primary School
Old Hill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl UK GmbH1.0 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Iceland Foods Limited0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
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
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
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Postcode Profile: B650AE · Data under Open Government Licence