B70 8HN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Oak Road, 0.2km from Lambert's End in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Greets Green and Lyng ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 68% 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 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £218k. 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 8HN are sourced from Output Area E00050516 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OAK ROAD, B70 8HN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAK ROAD, B70 8HN.
364
36
£ 35,200 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B70 8HN 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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. B70 8HN's 68% ownership and 36-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B70 8HN. The average age is 36.4. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 185,000
3 sales · Mean £ 180,833
Terraced
£ 221,000
1 sales · Mean £ 221,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B70 8HN has low crime rates — 31 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
Hanbury Primary School
Lodge Primary School
Lyng Primary School
Ryders Green Primary School
Shireland Biomedical Utc
West Bromwich Collegiate Academy
George Salter Academy
St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Cielo1.0 km
- Domain Plaza/Restaurant1.0 km
- Na Widelcu Ltd0.9 km
- Billy's Cafe0.6 km
- Brandon Way Cafe0.5 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Londis Westgate Plaza0.8 km
- Amelia Stores Limited0.7 km
- Bal's Wines1.0 km
- Bromford News and Wines Store0.5 km
- Chinar Supermarket0.5 km
- + 19 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Railway Inn0.6 km
- Soho Oak0.5 km
- The Old Hop Pole1.0 km
- The Yew Tree0.1 km
- The Railway Inn0.7 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Momtaj Balti1.0 km
- Sunny & Dee's Traditional Chippy1.0 km
- Eat Wise Takeaway1.0 km
- Chicking0.8 km
- Bromford Lane Fish Bar0.5 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sandwell & Dudley0.8 km
- Langley Green2.4 km
- Smethwick Galton Bridge Low Level2.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B708HN · Data under Open Government Licence