B70 0SU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Golds Green in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Wednesbury South ward and the West Bromwich West constituency.
For families considering a move, B70 0SU represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for B70 0SU are sourced from Output Area E00051071 (shared with 28 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B70 0SU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B70 0SU.
371
41
£ 38,100 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B70 0SU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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
B70 0SU has a highly multicultural community character — 54% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B70 0SU. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B70 0SU has low crime rates — 25 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
Harvills Hawthorn Primary School
Hateley Heath Academy
Moorlands Primary School
St John Bosco Catholic Primary School
St John's Church of England Primary Academy
Wodensborough Ormiston Academy
The Phoenix Collegiate
Great Bridge Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Cottage Spring0.7 km
- Britannia Inn0.7 km
- MJ's Bar0.7 km
- The Dovecote0.4 km
- The Sow Bar and Grill0.9 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Greedy Pig 20.9 km
- Rayhan's Cafe0.9 km
- Aashiqs1.0 km
- Best Cafe0.9 km
- New Street Cafe0.9 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Five Star Pizza0.5 km
- Ocean Fish Bar0.4 km
- Jerk and Juice Ltd0.8 km
- Magic Kitchen1.0 km
- Enjoy's Pizza0.6 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Costcutter1.0 km
- Hill Top Supermarket0.6 km
- Petrogas Applegreen/Esso0.4 km
- Kays News0.4 km
- Well Pharmacy0.6 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative Food Store0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dudley Port2.7 km
- Bescot Stadium3.1 km
- Tame Bridge Parkway3.2 km
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Postcode Profile: B700SU · Data under Open Government Licence