Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

HAGLEY ROAD WEST, B68 0AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAGLEY ROAD WEST, B68 0AA.

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Population

355

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 46,400 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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4/10
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10/10
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8/10
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4/10
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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

B68 0AA has a highly multicultural community character — 51% 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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B68 0AA is a safe, established residential area on Hagley Road West, 0.2km from Lightwoods in Smethwick. Administratively it sits within Old Warley ward and the Warley constituency.

For families considering a move, B68 0AA represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 51% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £206k.

Census 2021 statistics for B68 0AA are sourced from Output Area E00050716 (shared with 12 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 B68 0AA. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British48.7%
Asian / British Asian34.2%
Black / African / Caribbean7.1%
Other / Mixed10.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 229,663

2 sales · Mean £ 229,663

Semi-Detached

£ 160,000

1 sales · Mean £ 160,000

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

B68 0AA has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences68
Shoplifting58
Criminal damage and arson18
Vehicle crime18
Other theft15

school Local Schools

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Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School

Outstanding212 pupils0.5 km
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Lightwoods Primary Academy

Inadequate385 pupils0.5 km
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Woodhouse Primary Academy

Good475 pupils0.8 km
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Abbey Junior School

Good354 pupils1.1 km
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St Gregory's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding263 pupils1.2 km
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Abbey Infant School

Good303 pupils1.2 km
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Lordswood Boys' School

Good426 pupils1.3 km
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World's End Junior School

Good357 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • The New Talbot Quinton0.2 km
  • No. 3930.4 km
  • Royal Shapla0.5 km
  • Toby Carvery0.9 km
  • Anajen Cafe in the Woods0.3 km
  • + 8 more
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Upper St Mary's News1.0 km
  • Warley Meats1.0 km
  • Premier - Padda Stores0.8 km
  • B & G News0.4 km
  • Samra Confectionery0.8 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Lin'S Bar0.7 km
  • Amber Tavern0.4 km
  • The Dog Inn0.6 km
  • Miller & Carter - Hagley Road0.3 km
  • The Court Oak0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • The Kitchen Co0.4 km
  • Pizza Cottage0.7 km
  • Oliver's0.9 km
  • Stanley Road Chip Shop0.8 km
  • Jade Garden0.5 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Central Midland Co-Operative Society0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Smethwick3.1 km
  • Smethwick Rolfe Street3.4 km
  • Langley Green3.5 km