B65 0HD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Gorsty Hill Road, 0.6km from Cockshot in Halesowen. Administratively it sits within Halesowen North ward and the Halesowen and Rowley Regis constituency.
For families considering a move, B65 0HD represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £161k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 68.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B65 0HD are sourced from Output Area E00049574 (shared with 440 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GORSTY HILL ROAD, B65 0HD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GORSTY HILL ROAD, B65 0HD.
305
44
£ 39,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
B65 0HD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 80% 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. Property prices are trending up 68.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B65 0HD. The average age is 43.8. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 160,000
7 sales · Mean £ 171,928
Terraced
£ 164,700
2 sales · Mean £ 164,700
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B65 0HD has low crime rates — 35 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
Highfields Primary School
Olive Hill Primary Academy
Temple Meadow Primary School
Blackheath Primary School
Halesbury School
Hurst Green Primary School
Ormiston Forge Academy
St Michael's Church of England High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
38 nearby- wilko0.8 km
- Coombswood Shop0.1 km
- Corner House Store0.2 km
- Iqbal & Sons0.8 km
- Shell Corner Drink Stop Ltd0.8 km
- + 33 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Hill & Cakemore Ex Servicemans0.6 km
- The Little Beech0.6 km
- Coombs Wood Sports & Social Club0.7 km
- The Clock Inn0.9 km
- The Swan Inn1.0 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Dessert Corner0.8 km
- Snooks Snooker Club0.8 km
- Spice Fusion0.8 km
- Black Jacks0.6 km
- Hoodspot Desserts0.6 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
33 nearby- Jaspers and Kebablicious0.8 km
- J's Pizza0.6 km
- Taste of Himalayan0.6 km
- A K Grill0.7 km
- Bangla Kitchen0.8 km
- + 28 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- SEHR Convenience Store0.8 km
- Iceland Foods Limited0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Lidl UK GmbH0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Old Hill0.8 km
- Rowley Regis1.2 km
- Cradley Heath3.1 km
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Postcode Profile: B650HD · Data under Open Government Licence