B66 3AB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Amity Close, 0.4km from Smethwick in Smethwick. Administratively it sits within Soho and Victoria ward and the Warley constituency.
B66 3AB is 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 34 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 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 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £177k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 15.2% year-on-year. 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 3AB are sourced from Output Area E00050899 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
AMITY CLOSE, B66 3AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AMITY CLOSE, B66 3AB.
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34
£ 0 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B66 3AB 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
B66 3AB has a highly multicultural community character — 66% 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. Property prices are trending up 15.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B66 3AB. The average age is 33.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 135,000
6 sales · Mean £ 147,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B66 3AB has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Victoria Park Primary
St Philip's Catholic Primary School
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Crocketts Community Primary School
Galton Valley Primary School
Cape Primary School
Shireland Technology Primary School
Shireland Collegiate Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
80 nearby- Anatolia Food Centre0.4 km
- Holy Trinity Church0.6 km
- Makola Market0.8 km
- Michaels Chemist0.4 km
- A P News0.8 km
- + 75 more
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- Red Cow Heritage Banqueting & Catering0.4 km
- Smethwick Conservative Club0.4 km
- Smethwick Cricket & Athletic C0.9 km
- Smethwick Labour Club0.6 km
- The Old Chapel Inn0.9 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
34 nearby- Mr Bunns0.7 km
- Obama1 Restaurant Ltd0.9 km
- Veggie Hut0.4 km
- Alladine Cuisine0.8 km
- Arty's Seven Star Jerk Center0.7 km
- + 29 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Arden News0.6 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods0.7 km
- Farmfoods0.9 km
- Asda Stores Limited0.7 km
- Go Fresh Market0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
35 nearby- Bharawan Da Dh0.4 km
- Chicken Box & Pizza0.7 km
- Dragon House0.4 km
- Evergreen Chinese Take Away1.0 km
- Pizza Land0.4 km
- + 30 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Smethwick0.3 km
- Smethwick Rolfe Street0.6 km
- The Hawthorns1.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B663AB · Data under Open Government Licence