B66 1DS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on High Street, 0.5km from Sandwell in Smethwick. Administratively it sits within Smethwick ward and the Warley constituency.
For renters and young professionals, B66 1DS offers 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. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 53% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. 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 is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban 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 B66 1DS are sourced from Output Area E00050839 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH STREET, B66 1DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, B66 1DS.
511
32
£ 37,300 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B66 1DS 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
B66 1DS has a highly multicultural community character — 71% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 32 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B66 1DS. The average age is 31.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B66 1DS is moderate at 56 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.
school Local Schools
Galton Valley Primary School
Devonshire Infant Academy
Devonshire Junior Academy
Crocketts Community Primary School
Holly Lodge High School College of Science
St Philip's Catholic Primary School
Victoria Park Primary
Sandwell Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Aroma0.1 km
- Amritsari Tarka0.7 km
- Mi Buns Limited0.7 km
- Oceana Fish Bar0.1 km
- SFC0.7 km
- + 9 more
Retailers - Other
36 nearby- AFG Supermarket0.1 km
- Gills Meat and Poultry0.2 km
- Islam Food Store0.8 km
- RK Pharmacy0.6 km
- Samra Stores0.9 km
- + 31 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Night Inn0.3 km
- Red Cow Heritage Banqueting & Catering0.7 km
- Smethwick Conservative Club0.7 km
- Smethwick Cricket & Athletic C0.7 km
- Smethwick Labour Club0.6 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Azmar Resturant & Grill Ltd0.9 km
- My Sandwich Club Ltd0.3 km
- Punjabi Sweet and Curry House0.8 km
- Sodexo @ DPD @ Geopost Smethwick0.3 km
- Veggie Fellas0.4 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Arden News0.9 km
- Warley Superstore0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Gables0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Smethwick Rolfe Street0.3 km
- Smethwick Galton Bridge Low Level0.6 km
- Smethwick0.7 km
Bus Stops
- Smethwick Rolfe Street Rail Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B661DS · Data under Open Government Licence