B71 1AQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Vicarage Road, 0.1km from Hall End in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Hateley Heath ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.
This is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. The area has a notably diverse population — 62% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £215k. 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 B71 1AQ are sourced from Output Area E00050550 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VICARAGE ROAD, B71 1AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICARAGE ROAD, B71 1AQ.
606
35
£ 36,000 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B71 1AQ 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
62% of B71 1AQ's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. 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 B71 1AQ. The average age is 34.9. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 215,000
1 sales · Mean £ 215,000
Terraced
£ 107,500
2 sales · Mean £ 107,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B71 1AQ 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.
school Local Schools
All Saints CofE Primary School
St Mary Magdalene CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School
The Phoenix Collegiate
Eaton Valley Primary School
St John Bosco Catholic Primary School
Hargate Primary School
Hateley Heath Academy
Sandwell Community School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Uppals News & Booze0.4 km
- Church Lane Local0.4 km
- M&K News & Off Licence Ltd0.1 km
- Sandwell Hospital Friends Of Hospital0.5 km
- Onestop0.1 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Lewisham0.7 km
- The Coach and Horses0.7 km
- The Royal Oak0.8 km
- The Queen's Head0.7 km
- Crown & Anchor0.8 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Costa Coffee - Out Patient Department0.6 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.4 km
- Costa Coffee - Main Receiption0.6 km
- Hallam Restaurant0.6 km
- Harry's Diner0.1 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Miss Li Kitchen0.4 km
- Subway Midlands Limited0.4 km
- Lucky's Plaice0.4 km
- The Daily Chippy0.6 km
- Chow Bar0.1 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tame Bridge Parkway2.3 km
- Sandwell & Dudley3.0 km
- Bescot Stadium3.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B711AQ · Data under Open Government Licence