Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

WOOD GREEN ROAD, B68 0DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOOD GREEN ROAD, B68 0DQ.

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Population

293

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 38,700 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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5/10
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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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Area Character

B68 0DQ is an established family neighbourhood — 54% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

B68 0DQ is a safe, established residential area on Wood Green Road, 0.8km from Ridgacre in Oldbury (Sandwell). Administratively it sits within Old Warley ward and the Warley constituency.

For renters and young professionals, B68 0DQ offers 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 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k.

Census 2021 statistics for B68 0DQ are sourced from Output Area E00050698 (shared with 8 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 0DQ. 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

White / British69.1%
Asian / British Asian17.0%
Black / African / Caribbean7.6%
Other / Mixed6.2%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 220,000

1 sales · Mean £ 220,000

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

B68 0DQ has low crime rates — 37 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.

Violence and sexual offences74
Other theft67
Vehicle crime37
Shoplifting31
Criminal damage and arson14

school Local Schools

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Lightwoods Primary Academy

Inadequate385 pupils0.7 km
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Perryfields Primary School

Good360 pupils0.9 km
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Quinton Church Primary School

Good210 pupils1.0 km
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Perryfields Academy

Good1050 pupils1.0 km
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Woodhouse Primary Academy

Good475 pupils1.0 km
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Four Dwellings Primary Academy

Requires Improvement358 pupils1.0 km
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Four Dwellings Academy

Good548 pupils1.1 km
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Brandhall Primary School

Good471 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

24 nearby
  • Apple Green Service Station0.1 km
  • Greggs Plc0.1 km
  • VANSHIKA SAM LOCAL SHOP LTD0.6 km
  • Booze Stop0.1 km
  • B & G News0.6 km
  • + 19 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

21 nearby
  • Jade Garden0.4 km
  • Big John's (Retail) Limited1.0 km
  • Piri Pro0.5 km
  • Rose's Sandwich Bar1.0 km
  • Balti Herbs & Spices0.1 km
  • + 16 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • 268 Coffee and Cafe and 268 Ltd0.6 km
  • Dolce Desserts0.5 km
  • Lenchs Trust0.8 km
  • Sentinos Pizzeria and Grill0.1 km
  • No. 3930.6 km
  • + 11 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Lin'S Bar0.7 km
  • Brandhall Labour Club Limited0.8 km
  • The Wernley0.7 km
  • Amber Tavern0.6 km
  • Perry Hill Tavern0.6 km
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • WORLDS END SUPERMARKET0.9 km
  • Central England Co-operative0.9 km
  • Tesco Stores Plc0.5 km
  • Shiraz Supermarket0.1 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Masons Microbar0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Rowley Regis2.8 km
  • Langley Green3.4 km
  • Smethwick3.7 km