Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

ASHLEY ROAD, B66 3TL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHLEY ROAD, B66 3TL.

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Population

513

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Avg Age

28

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B66 3TL 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.

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

Cultural diversity defines B66 3TL — 51% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 28 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.

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

B66 3TL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ashley Road, 0.7km from Cape Hill in Smethwick. Administratively it sits within Soho and Victoria ward and the Warley constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, B66 3TL 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. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 28 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 29% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell. Full-time employment stands at 20% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 89 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for B66 3TL are sourced from Output Area E00050886 (shared with 11 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 3TL. The average age is 28.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British10.2%
Asian / British Asian50.6%
Black / African / Caribbean28.4%
Other / Mixed10.8%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.

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

Crime around B66 3TL is moderate at 89 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences420
Public order98
Other theft69
Vehicle crime67
Anti-social behaviour54

school Local Schools

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Cape Primary School

Requires Improvement585 pupils0.3 km
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St Matthew's CofE Primary School

Good390 pupils0.4 km
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Shireland Hall Primary Academy

Outstanding655 pupils0.5 km
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Victoria Park Primary

Outstanding677 pupils0.7 km
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St Philip's Catholic Primary School

Good228 pupils0.7 km
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Summerfield Junior and Infant School

Requires Improvement403 pupils0.8 km
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City Road Primary School

Good439 pupils0.8 km
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Oasis Academy Foundry

Good224 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

83 nearby
  • Blakeys Newsagents0.9 km
  • Clare News0.7 km
  • Dylan Mini Market0.4 km
  • Hassan & Bross Supermarket0.8 km
  • Jay News0.5 km
  • + 78 more
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Caribbean Delight0.4 km
  • Community Action Project0.4 km
  • Seven Stars On Cape Hill0.6 km
  • The Robin Pub0.6 km
  • Smethwick Mencap Social Club0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

38 nearby
  • A Kebabish1.0 km
  • Aramark Staff and Visitor Canteen1.0 km
  • City Road Methodist Church0.8 km
  • Dessert Parlour Birmingham Ltd0.9 km
  • Dixy Chicken0.7 km
  • + 33 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Alam-Sar Supermarket Ltd0.8 km
  • Amir Supermarket0.9 km
  • Kurdistan Supermarket0.5 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods0.6 km
  • Asda Stores Limited0.6 km
  • + 3 more
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Takeaway Shop

31 nearby
  • Alton Takeaway0.7 km
  • Hasan Takeaway0.7 km
  • Mix Falafel and Sweets0.9 km
  • Sweet Life Desserts0.5 km
  • Tahini Healthy Grill0.7 km
  • + 26 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Smethwick1.2 km
  • Smethwick Rolfe Street1.4 km
  • The Hawthorns1.9 km