Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

CROMWELL CLOSE, B65 8PU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROMWELL CLOSE, B65 8PU.

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Population

270

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 40,200 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B65 8PU 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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2/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates B65 8PU — age 47, 73% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 3.8% year-on-year.

home £188,500 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B65 8PU is a safe, established residential area on Cromwell Close, 0.3km from The Knowle in Rowley Regis. Administratively it sits within Rowley ward and the Halesowen and Rowley Regis constituency.

For families considering a move, B65 8PU represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £188k, up 3.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for B65 8PU are sourced from Output Area E00050804 (shared with 7 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 8PU. The average age is 46.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.3%
Asian / British Asian6.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 188,500

2 sales · Mean £ 188,500

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

B65 8PU has low crime rates — 28 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 offences51
Vehicle crime10
Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft6
Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

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Springfield Primary School

Requires Improvement463 pupils0.5 km
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Brickhouse Primary School

Good213 pupils1.0 km
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The Westminster School

Outstanding238 pupils1.2 km
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Oakham Primary School

Outstanding464 pupils1.2 km
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Sledmere Primary School

Inadequate660 pupils1.3 km
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Netherton Park Nursery School

Outstanding122 pupils1.4 km
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St Michael's Church of England High School

Good1221 pupils1.4 km
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Rowley Hall Primary School

Requires Improvement641 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Doulton Diner0.4 km
  • Bumble Hole Visitor Centre0.6 km
  • The Hailstone0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Dudley Golf Club Ltd1.0 km
  • Springfield Social Club0.5 km
  • Tippity Green Gold Club Limited0.9 km
  • The Wheatsheaf0.7 km
  • The Wheatsheaf Pub1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Tactical Coffee0.4 km
  • Quality Supermarket UK0.7 km
  • Mehar Retail Ltd (Spar Store)0.7 km
  • Essdee Stores1.0 km
  • Springfield Stores0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • China Kitchen0.1 km
  • Edmund and Tenzing Bar and Grill0.2 km
  • Soul Inah Bowl Takeaway0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Old Hill2.4 km
  • Dudley2.6 km
  • Rowley Regis2.6 km