Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

PHOENIX STREET, B70 0AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PHOENIX STREET, B70 0AQ.

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Population

354

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 35,200 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B70 0AQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines B70 0AQ — 54% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. 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

B70 0AQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Phoenix Street, 0.3km from Ryders Green in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Greets Green and Lyng ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for B70 0AQ are sourced from Output Area E00050472 (shared with 52 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 B70 0AQ. The average age is 36.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British46.1%
Asian / British Asian29.5%
Black / African / Caribbean12.6%
Other / Mixed11.8%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 5%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

B70 0AQ has low crime rates — 43 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.

Violence and sexual offences44
Vehicle crime15
Drugs9
Other theft9
Anti-social behaviour6

school Local Schools

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Ryders Green Primary School

Good452 pupils0.6 km
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George Salter Academy

Good1362 pupils0.6 km
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Newtown Primary School

Inadequate224 pupils0.8 km
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Harvills Hawthorn Primary School

Outstanding464 pupils1.0 km
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Hanbury Primary School

Good480 pupils1.1 km
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Lodge Primary School

Good457 pupils1.5 km
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Great Bridge Primary School

Good495 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • The Ridgacre0.7 km
  • The Beehive0.7 km
  • The Fox & Goose0.4 km
  • Admiral Casino1.0 km
  • King Arthur Grill and Greets Green Sports Bar0.5 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Glorious0.8 km
  • Blue Mountain Grill0.9 km
  • Boulder Central0.7 km
  • Nelly's Breakfast Bar and Grill0.4 km
  • Phoenix Cafe0.2 km
  • + 9 more
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Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Frydays Fish and Chips0.8 km
  • Tasty Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Caribbean Lunchbox1.0 km
  • Chapman Chippy0.5 km
  • George's Fish Bar0.4 km
  • + 8 more
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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Alan Warwick Butchers0.9 km
  • AUM News Ltd1.0 km
  • B&M Retail Limited0.7 km
  • D.S. Wines0.8 km
  • Great Bridge Post Office0.9 km
  • + 16 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi Food Stores1.0 km
  • Asda Stores Limited1.0 km
  • Heron Foods1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dudley Port1.9 km
  • Sandwell & Dudley2.0 km
  • Tipton3.1 km