Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

HADLEY CROFT, B66 1DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HADLEY CROFT, B66 1DP.

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Population

368

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Avg Age

30

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Avg Income

£ 37,300 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B66 1DP 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.

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5/10
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10/10
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9/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

B66 1DP has a highly multicultural community character — 85% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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

B66 1DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hadley Croft, 0.2km from Sandwell in Smethwick. Administratively it sits within St Pauls ward and the Warley constituency.

For families considering a move, B66 1DP represents 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. An average age of 30 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 B66 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00177453 (shared with 4 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 B66 1DP. The average age is 30.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British4.6%
Asian / British Asian85.1%
Black / African / Caribbean8.4%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 5%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

B66 1DP has low crime rates — 44 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences149
Drugs20
Vehicle crime20
Other theft13
Public order13

school Local Schools

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Galton Valley Primary School

Good493 pupils0.1 km
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Crocketts Community Primary School

Outstanding487 pupils0.9 km
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Devonshire Infant Academy

Outstanding346 pupils0.9 km
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Devonshire Junior Academy

Good357 pupils0.9 km
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Sandwell Academy

Outstanding1362 pupils1.0 km
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St Philip's Catholic Primary School

Good228 pupils1.0 km
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Holly Lodge High School College of Science

Good1544 pupils1.1 km
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Wattville Primary School

Good445 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Aroma0.3 km
  • Amritsari Tarka0.9 km
  • Mi Buns Limited0.8 km
  • Oceana Fish Bar0.3 km
  • SFC0.4 km
  • + 10 more
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Retailers - Other

35 nearby
  • AFG Supermarket0.3 km
  • Gills Meat and Poultry0.4 km
  • Islam Food Store0.5 km
  • RK Pharmacy0.3 km
  • Samra Stores0.9 km
  • + 30 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Night Inn0.2 km
  • Red Cow Heritage Banqueting & Catering0.8 km
  • Smethwick Conservative Club0.8 km
  • Smethwick Labour Club0.9 km
  • The Blue Gates0.4 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • My Sandwich Club Ltd0.3 km
  • Punjabi Sweet and Curry House0.9 km
  • Sodexo @ DPD @ Geopost Smethwick0.5 km
  • The Latin Cafe0.9 km
  • Veggie Fellas0.6 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Warley Superstore0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Gables0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Smethwick Rolfe Street0.4 km
  • Smethwick Galton Bridge Low Level0.7 km
  • Smethwick0.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Smethwick Rolfe Street Rail Station0.4 km