B70 9HG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Guns Lane, 0.2km from Carters Green in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within West Bromwich Central ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B70 9HG is 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 — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 33% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. 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 is moderate at 81 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 9HG are sourced from Output Area E00051090 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GUNS LANE, B70 9HG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GUNS LANE, B70 9HG.
510
36
£ 37,800 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B70 9HG 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.
Area Character
B70 9HG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 36, 40% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (36) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B70 9HG. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B70 9HG is moderate at 81 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
Shireland Biomedical Utc
Lodge Primary School
Hanbury Primary School
Ryders Green Primary School
Hargate Primary School
George Salter Academy
All Saints CofE Primary School
Lyng Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Merry Go Round0.4 km
- Soho Oak0.4 km
- The Old Hop Pole0.1 km
- The Yew Tree0.9 km
- Halfway House0.7 km
- + 13 more
Retailers - Other
66 nearby- AA Stores Grafton Road1.0 km
- JS Convenience Store0.9 km
- Milus0.2 km
- Shell Service Station West Browmich0.4 km
- Tantany Shop & Save0.8 km
- + 61 more
Restaurant, Cafe
27 nearby- Little Miss0.2 km
- Chickaros0.6 km
- More Life0.6 km
- Sandwell College Central 6th0.9 km
- Akash Balti also trading as Chaii Adda0.2 km
- + 22 more
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Perfect Fried Chicken0.7 km
- Carters Green Fish Bar0.2 km
- Grill N Shake0.2 km
- Hong Kong(464)0.1 km
- Jade Garden0.2 km
- + 18 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi Food Stores0.5 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.9 km
- Poundland1.0 km
- Lidl UK GmbH0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travel Lodge0.6 km
- Premier Inn West Bromwich0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sandwell & Dudley1.6 km
- Smethwick Galton Bridge Low Level2.8 km
- Dudley Port3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Dartmouth Street (Midland Metro Stop)0.2 km
- Dudley Street Guns Village (Midland Metro Stop)0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B709HG · Data under Open Government Licence