B66 3NU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on High Street, 0.2km from Smethwick in Smethwick. Administratively it sits within Soho and Victoria ward and the Warley constituency.
For renters and young professionals, B66 3NU offers 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 self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 46% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. 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 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £210k. 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 3NU are sourced from Output Area E00050859 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH STREET, B66 3NU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, B66 3NU.
608
34
£ 33,400 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B66 3NU 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 3NU has a highly multicultural community character — 69% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B66 3NU. The average age is 33.7. 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: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 210,000
2 sales · Mean £ 210,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B66 3NU has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Crocketts Community Primary School
Victoria Park Primary
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Shireland Technology Primary School
Shireland Collegiate Academy
St Philip's Catholic Primary School
Devonshire Infant Academy
Devonshire Junior Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
80 nearby- Arian Food Store0.8 km
- Chanco (Garages) Limited1.0 km
- Tani Sklep0.6 km
- 100% News and Booze0.8 km
- Desi Sweet Centre Limited0.2 km
- + 75 more
Restaurant, Cafe
33 nearby- Bake and Take0.7 km
- Ama Restaurant0.8 km
- Cafe (Compass Group)0.6 km
- Cape Hill Exchange0.7 km
- Mr Shaks Fish & Chips & Grill0.6 km
- + 28 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Farmfoods0.9 km
- Arden News0.2 km
- Asda Stores Limited0.6 km
- Go Fresh Market0.4 km
- Maihan Bakery0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
37 nearby- Akash Pizza0.9 km
- Cape Hill Chippy1.0 km
- New City0.9 km
- Aroma1.0 km
- Dixi Chicken0.7 km
- + 32 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- The Shireland Bar & Grill1.0 km
- The Blue Gates0.8 km
- Red Cow Heritage Banqueting & Catering0.2 km
- Smethwick Conservative Club0.2 km
- Smethwick Cricket & Athletic C0.6 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Smethwick0.3 km
- Smethwick Rolfe Street0.7 km
- Smethwick Galton Bridge Low Level1.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B663NU · Data under Open Government Licence