B66 4QW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Cape Hill in Smethwick. Administratively it sits within Soho and Victoria ward and the Warley constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 30) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 55% 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 63 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 4QW are sourced from Output Area E00050883 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B66 4QW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B66 4QW.
489
30
£ 0 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B66 4QW 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
71% of B66 4QW's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Average age 30 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B66 4QW. The average age is 30.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B66 4QW is moderate at 63 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Shireland Hall Primary Academy
Shireland Collegiate Academy
Shireland Technology Primary School
Cape Primary School
Victoria Park Primary
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
George Dixon Primary School
George Dixon Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
73 nearby- African Food Cam Shop Ltd0.2 km
- Dudley Halal Meat0.2 km
- Mastersons Warehouse0.3 km
- Nafees0.2 km
- Arian Food Store0.2 km
- + 68 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- The Woodlands Bar & Grill0.7 km
- The Shireland Bar & Grill0.2 km
- Caribbean Delight0.8 km
- Community Action Project0.7 km
- Seven Stars On Cape Hill0.2 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
39 nearby- The Shireland Bar & Grill (Kitchen)0.2 km
- Red Fried Chicken0.9 km
- Bake and Take0.2 km
- Netty's Carribean & English0.4 km
- Brasilportu1.0 km
- + 34 more
Takeaway Shop
37 nearby- Tariq Sweet Centre0.3 km
- Cape Hill Chippy0.4 km
- New City0.1 km
- Classic Fish Bar & Kebab House0.9 km
- Burger & Piri0.9 km
- + 32 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Farmfoods0.2 km
- Asda Stores Limited0.3 km
- Go Fresh Market0.4 km
- Maihan Bakery0.3 km
- Kurdistan Supermarket0.9 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Smethwick1.1 km
- Smethwick Rolfe Street1.4 km
- The Hawthorns2.2 km
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Postcode Profile: B664QW · Data under Open Government Licence