B66 1DG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Great Arthur Street, 0.3km from Sandwell in Smethwick. Administratively it sits within St Pauls ward and the Warley constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B66 1DG is 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. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 35% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell. Full-time employment stands at 19% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £115k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 1.7% year-on-year. 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 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00050814 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GREAT ARTHUR STREET, B66 1DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GREAT ARTHUR STREET, B66 1DG.
405
32
£ 37,300 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B66 1DG 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
B66 1DG has a significant social housing presence — 35% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest. Property prices are trending down 1.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B66 1DG. The average age is 31.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 115,000
3 sales · Mean £ 113,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B66 1DG has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Galton Valley Primary School
Devonshire Infant Academy
Devonshire Junior Academy
Crocketts Community Primary School
Holly Lodge High School College of Science
Sandwell Academy
St Philip's Catholic Primary School
Wattville Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Aroma0.3 km
- Amritsari Tarka1.0 km
- Mi Buns Limited0.9 km
- Oceana Fish Bar0.3 km
- SFC0.5 km
- + 8 more
Retailers - Other
34 nearby- AFG Supermarket0.3 km
- Gills Meat and Poultry0.4 km
- Islam Food Store0.6 km
- RK Pharmacy0.4 km
- Shaandar Sweet Centre & Tandoor0.3 km
- + 29 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Night Inn0.1 km
- Red Cow Heritage Banqueting & Catering0.9 km
- Smethwick Conservative Club0.9 km
- Smethwick Labour Club0.9 km
- The Blue Gates0.4 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- My Sandwich Club Ltd0.4 km
- Sodexo @ DPD @ Geopost Smethwick0.6 km
- The Latin Cafe1.0 km
- Veggie Fellas0.6 km
- Starlight cafe0.9 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Warley Superstore0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Gables0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Smethwick Rolfe Street0.5 km
- Smethwick Galton Bridge Low Level0.5 km
- Smethwick0.9 km
Bus Stops
- Smethwick Rolfe Street Rail Station0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B661DG · Data under Open Government Licence