B68 0DP is a safe, established residential area on Hawthorn Croft, 0.8km from Ridgacre in Oldbury (Sandwell). Administratively it sits within Old Warley ward and the Warley constituency.
For serious buyers, B68 0DP is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 82% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 52% 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 £357k, up 4.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B68 0DP are sourced from Output Area E00050725 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAWTHORN CROFT, B68 0DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAWTHORN CROFT, B68 0DP.
330
39
£ 46,400 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
B68 0DP has a highly multicultural community character — 52% 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. Property prices are trending up 4.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B68 0DP. The average age is 39.0. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 320,000
5 sales · Mean £ 315,600
Semi-Detached
£ 360,000
5 sales · Mean £ 350,000
Flat
£ 233,000
1 sales · Mean £ 233,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B68 0DP has low crime rates — 40 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.
school Local Schools
Lightwoods Primary Academy
Woodhouse Primary Academy
Perryfields Primary School
Bleakhouse Primary School
Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School
Brandhall Primary School
World's End Infant and Nursery School
World's End Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Masons Microbar0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Westwood Cafe0.3 km
- 268 Coffee and Cafe and 268 Ltd0.7 km
- Dolce Desserts0.3 km
- Lenchs Trust0.7 km
- Sentinos Pizzeria and Grill0.4 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco Stores Plc0.8 km
- Central Midland Co-Operative Society0.9 km
- WORLDS END SUPERMARKET1.0 km
- Shiraz Supermarket0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
19 nearby- Perry Hill Fish Bar0.7 km
- Pizza Hut0.4 km
- Tasty & Unique0.6 km
- Balti Herbs & Spices0.4 km
- George & Helens Fish Bar0.9 km
- + 14 more
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- One Stop0.6 km
- Brandhall Food Pantry0.5 km
- Select & Save0.9 km
- VANSHIKA SAM LOCAL SHOP LTD0.8 km
- Booze Stop0.4 km
- + 19 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Perry Hill Tavern0.7 km
- Brandhall Labour Club Limited1.0 km
- The Wernley0.7 km
- Lin'S Bar0.7 km
- Miller & Carter - Hagley Road1.0 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rowley Regis2.9 km
- Langley Green3.4 km
- Smethwick3.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B680DP · Data under Open Government Licence