B71 3NU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Beacon View Road, 0.3km from Bird End in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Charlemont with Grove Vale ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B71 3NU is a mixed area of service workers, students and families in semi-detached housing. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 35 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 44% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £89k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the 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 B71 3NU are sourced from Output Area E00050306 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BEACON VIEW ROAD, B71 3NU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEACON VIEW ROAD, B71 3NU.
313
35
£ 43,700 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B71 3NU 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
B71 3NU has a significant social housing presence — 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B71 3NU. The average age is 35.1. 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
Flat
£ 89,255
2 sales · Mean £ 89,255
Terraced
£ 62,500
1 sales · Mean £ 62,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B71 3NU is moderate at 53 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
Elm Tree Primary Academy
Pennyhill Primary School
Sandwell Community School
Hall Green Primary School
The Priory Primary School
High Point Academy
St Mary Magdalene CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School
The Phoenix Collegiate
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Royal Oak0.9 km
- Crown & Anchor0.9 km
- The Spinney0.2 km
- Charlemont Bowling Club0.4 km
- Curry N Grill House0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Fast One Pizza & Grill Limited0.4 km
- Black Country Chippy0.5 km
- Bun & Shake0.4 km
- Classic Fish Bar & Kebab House Ltd0.6 km
- Doreen's Kitchen0.5 km
- + 9 more
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Barry's News0.5 km
- Marsh Lane Convenience Store0.8 km
- Costcutter0.2 km
- First 4 Wines Ltd0.5 km
- Greggs Plc0.5 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Beans0.6 km
- The Spinney Bar and Grill (Kitchen)0.1 km
- Desserlo0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Midcounties Co-op0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tame Bridge Parkway0.8 km
- Bescot Stadium2.3 km
- Hamstead3.6 km
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Postcode Profile: B713NU · Data under Open Government Licence