B66 1EZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on St Pauls Road, 0.6km from West Smethwick in Smethwick. Administratively it sits within St Pauls ward and the Warley constituency.
For families considering a move, B66 1EZ 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. By day, the area transitions to a teachers and carers in metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. With residents averaging 34 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 59% 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 is moderate at 62 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 1EZ are sourced from Output Area E00050835 (shared with 27 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST PAULS ROAD, B66 1EZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST PAULS ROAD, B66 1EZ.
618
34
£ 37,300 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B66 1EZ 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.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines B66 1EZ — 66% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 34 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B66 1EZ. The average age is 33.6. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B66 1EZ is moderate at 62 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
Holly Lodge High School College of Science
George Betts Primary Academy
Devonshire Infant Academy
Devonshire Junior Academy
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
Rood End Primary School
Galton Valley Primary School
West Bromwich Collegiate Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- High Food Store0.8 km
- Good Cheer Cellars0.3 km
- Pound Palace0.7 km
- Crumbs make Cake0.7 km
- Khan's Vegetables0.8 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- The Blue Gates1.0 km
- Desi 20.1 km
- The Ivy Bush0.4 km
- The Ivy Bush Kitchen0.4 km
- The British Queen (Kitchen)1.0 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Warley Superstore0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- New Smethwick Kebab House0.7 km
- Aroma0.8 km
- Foresters Cafe1.0 km
- Dixi Express Limited0.2 km
- El Classico Pizza0.9 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- West Smethwick Park Pavilion Cafe0.3 km
- bmv M5 Oldbury0.8 km
- Chawla Sweets0.8 km
- Desi 2 (Kitchen)0.1 km
- Dessert Hut0.4 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Gables0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Smethwick Galton Bridge Low Level0.4 km
- Smethwick Rolfe Street1.2 km
- Smethwick1.5 km
Bus Stops
- Smethwick Galton Bridge Rail Station0.4 km
- Smethwick Galton Bridge High Level Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B661EZ · Data under Open Government Licence