Is B63 1BS a safe place to live?

Yes, B63 1BS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 14 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in B63 1BS?

The average property price in B63 1BS is currently around £275k.

What is the population of B63 1BS?

The population for the B63 1BS area is approximately 315 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Dudley, West Midlands

BROOKWILLOW ROAD, B63 1BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROOKWILLOW ROAD, B63 1BS.

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Population

315

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 49,600 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10

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10/10

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6/10

workEmployment

6/10

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1/10

paymentsAffluence

7/10

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2/10

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9/10

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5/10

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Area Character

B63 1BS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B63 1BS is a safe, established residential area on Brookwillow Road, 0.4km from Hasbury, Lower in Halesowen. Administratively it sits within Hayley Green and Cradley South ward and the Halesowen and Rowley Regis constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £275k.

Census 2021 statistics for B63 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00049638 (shared with 6 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 B63 1BS. The average age is 40.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.0%

Asian / British Asian2.2%

Black / African / Caribbean1.6%

Other / Mixed4.1%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 238,750

6 sales · Mean £ 247,666

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

B63 1BS has low crime rates — 14 incidents 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 offences21

Shoplifting18

Vehicle crime10

Other theft7

Anti-social behaviour3

school Local Schools

Lutley Primary School

Good614 pupils0.1 km

Huntingtree Primary School

Good450 pupils1.0 km

St Margaret's At Hasbury CofE Primary School

Requires Improvement204 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

All Occasions0.6 km
JA Quality Meats0.9 km
Murrays Healthcare0.9 km
Thornhill News0.9 km

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Supermarkets

2 nearby

Tesco Express0.4 km
Co-Op0.3 km

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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby

Foxhunt Harvester Public House0.1 km
Bigmouths Kitchen Halesowen0.5 km
The Crafty Pint0.6 km
Hare And Hounds Public House0.8 km
Rose And Crown Public House0.5 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Coffee Cups0.9 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Hasbury Chippy0.6 km
Rooster0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Cradley Heath3.4 km
Lye3.6 km
Old Hill3.7 km