B66 1AT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Sandwell in Smethwick. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within St Pauls ward and the Warley constituency.
The people who live in B66 1AT are typical of the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. Outside of residential hours, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. At 34 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for B66 1AT are sourced from Output Area E00177474 (shared with 32 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B66 1AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B66 1AT.
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£ 37,300 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B66 1AT 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
Economic hardship is measurable here. B66 1AT's IMD rank, 7% unemployment, and 18% social renting combine to signal above-average deprivation — though affordable prices and community resilience are noted strengths. Low crime relative to deprivation is a positive signal of community cohesion.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B66 1AT. The average age is 33.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B66 1AT has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Galton Valley Primary School
Sandwell Academy
Wattville Primary School
Holly Lodge High School College of Science
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
Devonshire Junior Academy
Devonshire Infant Academy
George Betts Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Good Cheer Cellars0.8 km
- Pound Palace0.7 km
- High Food Store0.8 km
- Vrajhari Retail Limited0.6 km
- B G Newsagents0.6 km
- + 20 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Blue Gates0.9 km
- West Bromwich Dartmouth Cricke0.8 km
- Desi 20.9 km
- Old Talbot1.0 km
- Thai Taste 770.9 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Warley Superstore0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Mr Prep Cheats West Bromwich0.9 km
- New Smethwick Kebab House0.7 km
- Aroma0.8 km
- Dixi Express Limited0.9 km
- Fish King Birmingham Kebab House0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Gables0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Aarons Kitchen Ltd0.9 km
- Brasshouse Lane Community Centre0.5 km
- Chawla Sweets0.7 km
- Desi 2 (Kitchen)0.9 km
- Doux Desserts0.6 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Smethwick Galton Bridge Low Level0.6 km
- The Hawthorns0.7 km
- Smethwick Rolfe Street0.9 km
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Postcode Profile: B661AT · Data under Open Government Licence