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.
CROMWELL CLOSE, B65 8PU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROMWELL CLOSE, B65 8PU.
270
47
£ 40,200 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Springfield Primary School
Brickhouse Primary School
The Westminster School
Oakham Primary School
Sledmere Primary School
Netherton Park Nursery School
St Michael's Church of England High School
Rowley Hall Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Doulton Diner0.4 km
- Bumble Hole Visitor Centre0.6 km
- The Hailstone0.3 km
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
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
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
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Postcode Profile: B658PU · Data under Open Government Licence