B69 1SD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Darbys Hill Road, 0.3km from Darby's Hill in Rowley Regis. Administratively it sits within Tividale ward and the West Bromwich West constituency.
For families considering a move, B69 1SD represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. With an average age of 55, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 96% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £293k, down 5.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B69 1SD are sourced from Output Area E00050975 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DARBYS HILL ROAD, B69 1SD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DARBYS HILL ROAD, B69 1SD.
271
55
£ 40,200 /yr
35%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
B69 1SD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 55, 96% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 5.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B69 1SD. The average age is 54.9. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 330,500
2 sales · Mean £ 330,500
Detached
£ 275,000
6 sales · Mean £ 289,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B69 1SD has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Oakham Primary School
Tividale Hall Primary School
Grace Mary Primary School
Burnt Tree Primary School
Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy
Tividale Community Primary School
Kates Hill Primary School
Beechwood Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Sweet Therapy 10.1 km
- Plot to Plate Community Cafe & Hub at Jasmine Road Community0.9 km
- Bacaba Cocktail Bar and Dining0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Big Singh's Pizza0.6 km
- Mr P's Chippy0.6 km
- City Road Tasty Bites0.6 km
- Henry's Kitchen0.7 km
- Dixci Chicken and Pizza0.1 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Nisa Local0.8 km
- ATSA Convenience Store0.1 km
- City Road Post Office & Store0.6 km
- City Road Supermarket0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co op Midland0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Wheatsheaf Pub0.6 km
- Dudley Golf Club Ltd0.6 km
- Tivi Ale Micro Bar0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dudley Port2.3 km
- Dudley2.5 km
- Sandwell & Dudley2.9 km
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Postcode Profile: B691SD · Data under Open Government Licence