Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

B66 4QW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B66 4QW.

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Population

489

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Avg Age

30

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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3/10
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8/10
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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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4/10
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1/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British7.4%
Asian / British Asian70.7%
Black / African / Caribbean14.5%
Other / Mixed7.4%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 14%
Unemployed: 5%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences311
Shoplifting86
Other theft43
Vehicle crime43
Criminal damage and arson39

school Local Schools

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Shireland Hall Primary Academy

Outstanding655 pupils0.3 km
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Shireland Collegiate Academy

Outstanding1497 pupils0.4 km
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Shireland Technology Primary School

229 pupils0.4 km
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Cape Primary School

Requires Improvement585 pupils0.5 km
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Victoria Park Primary

Outstanding677 pupils0.6 km
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St Matthew's CofE Primary School

Good390 pupils0.6 km
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George Dixon Primary School

Requires Improvement394 pupils1.0 km
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George Dixon Academy

Requires Improvement992 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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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

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
fastfood

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
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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