B68 0DJ is a safe, established residential area on Hagley Road West, 0.7km from Ridgacre in Oldbury (Sandwell). Administratively it sits within Old Warley ward and the Warley constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 40% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £309k.
Census 2021 statistics for B68 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00050698 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAGLEY ROAD WEST, B68 0DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAGLEY ROAD WEST, B68 0DJ.
293
43
£ 38,700 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 54% owner-occupation and average age 43, B68 0DJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B68 0DJ. The average age is 43.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 325,000
1 sales · Mean £ 325,000
Semi-Detached
£ 271,000
4 sales · Mean £ 258,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B68 0DJ 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
Lightwoods Primary Academy
Woodhouse Primary Academy
Perryfields Primary School
Four Dwellings Primary Academy
Quinton Church Primary School
Four Dwellings Academy
Perryfields Academy
World's End Infant and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Apple Green Service Station0.1 km
- Greggs Plc0.1 km
- Select & Save1.0 km
- VANSHIKA SAM LOCAL SHOP LTD0.6 km
- Booze Stop0.1 km
- + 19 more
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- Jade Garden0.4 km
- Piri Pro0.5 km
- Balti Herbs & Spices0.1 km
- George & Helens Fish Bar1.0 km
- Kings Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- + 15 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- 268 Coffee and Cafe and 268 Ltd0.5 km
- Dolce Desserts0.4 km
- Lenchs Trust0.7 km
- Sentinos Pizzeria and Grill0.1 km
- No. 3930.5 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Royal British Legion1.0 km
- Lin'S Bar0.7 km
- Brandhall Labour Club Limited0.9 km
- The Wernley0.8 km
- Amber Tavern0.5 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- WORLDS END SUPERMARKET0.8 km
- Central England Co-operative0.9 km
- Tesco Stores Plc0.5 km
- Shiraz Supermarket0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Masons Microbar0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rowley Regis2.9 km
- Langley Green3.5 km
- Smethwick3.7 km
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Postcode Profile: B680DJ · Data under Open Government Licence