Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

LODGE ROAD, B70 8NX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LODGE ROAD, B70 8NX.

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Population

538

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 32,700 /yr

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Employed

33%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B70 8NX 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.

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1/10
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7/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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3/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

B70 8NX has a highly multicultural community character — 76% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.

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

B70 8NX is an up-and-coming urban area on Lodge Road, 0.3km from Mayer's Green in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within West Bromwich Central ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.

For families considering a move, B70 8NX represents 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. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 59% 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 high (155 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Average house prices are around £210k. 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 8NX are sourced from Output Area E00177387 (shared with 4 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 8NX. The average age is 33.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British9.3%
Asian / British Asian76.0%
Black / African / Caribbean4.1%
Other / Mixed10.6%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 210,000

1 sales · Mean £ 210,000

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

Crime rates near B70 8NX are high at 155 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.

Violence and sexual offences368
Shoplifting143
Public order94
Other theft77
Criminal damage and arson67

school Local Schools

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Shireland Biomedical Utc

Requires Improvement178 pupils0.2 km
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Lodge Primary School

Good457 pupils0.3 km
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Hanbury Primary School

Good480 pupils0.6 km
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Hargate Primary School

Outstanding495 pupils0.7 km
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Lyng Primary School

Good500 pupils0.9 km
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King George V Primary School

Good223 pupils0.9 km
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Ryders Green Primary School

Good452 pupils1.0 km
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George Salter Academy

Good1362 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

82 nearby
  • Khan's Fish0.5 km
  • Length & Strength (International)0.9 km
  • Londis Westgate Plaza0.4 km
  • New Look Retailers Ltd0.6 km
  • Home Bargains0.5 km
  • + 77 more
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Pub, NightClub

25 nearby
  • The Billiard Hall0.3 km
  • The Interceptor0.6 km
  • The Prince Albert0.8 km
  • Angels Gentlemens Club0.4 km
  • Flirts0.8 km
  • + 20 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

40 nearby
  • Asylum E-Sports & VR Centre0.8 km
  • Great Western Cafe0.4 km
  • Khwaish Ltd0.8 km
  • The Indian Smokehouse Bar and Grill0.8 km
  • Burger King0.6 km
  • + 35 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Lidl UK GmbH0.4 km
  • Heron Frozen Foods Limited0.6 km
  • Farmfoods0.7 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.5 km
  • Poundland0.6 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

35 nearby
  • Caspian Pizza0.3 km
  • Jerk & Grill0.3 km
  • Aafee's Fried Chicken1.0 km
  • Eat Wise Takeaway0.8 km
  • Little House of Chaii0.9 km
  • + 30 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Premier Inn West Bromwich0.6 km
  • Travel Lodge0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sandwell & Dudley1.5 km
  • Smethwick Galton Bridge Low Level2.4 km
  • Langley Green2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Lodge Road-West Bromwich Town Hall (Metro Stop)0.1 km
  • Dartmouth Street (Midland Metro Stop)0.3 km
  • West Bromwich Central (Midland Metro Stop)0.5 km