Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

B66 4RH House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

621

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Avg Age

31

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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 4RH 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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4/10
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8/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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3/10
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2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines B66 4RH — 59% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 31 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.

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

B66 4RH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Cape Hill in Smethwick. Administratively it sits within Soho and Victoria ward and the Warley constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, B66 4RH 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 in transportation and storage. An average age of 31 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 30% 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 18% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 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 4RH are sourced from Output Area E00050876 (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 4RH. The average age is 31.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British9.0%
Asian / British Asian59.0%
Black / African / Caribbean17.6%
Other / Mixed14.4%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 4%
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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 4RH is moderate at 60 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences310
Vehicle crime44
Criminal damage and arson41
Other theft35
Drugs27

school Local Schools

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Shireland Hall Primary Academy

Outstanding655 pupils0.3 km
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Shireland Collegiate Academy

Outstanding1497 pupils0.5 km
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Shireland Technology Primary School

229 pupils0.5 km
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Cape Primary School

Requires Improvement585 pupils0.5 km
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George Dixon Primary School

Requires Improvement394 pupils0.8 km
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George Dixon Academy

Requires Improvement992 pupils0.8 km
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St Matthew's CofE Primary School

Good390 pupils0.8 km
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Victoria Park Primary

Outstanding677 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

69 nearby
  • Arian Food Store0.3 km
  • Fresh Fish Daily0.9 km
  • African Food Cam Shop Ltd0.4 km
  • Dudley Halal Meat0.4 km
  • Mastersons Warehouse0.5 km
  • + 64 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

36 nearby
  • Red Fried Chicken0.9 km
  • Bake and Take0.4 km
  • Netty's Carribean & English0.5 km
  • Millys Desserts0.9 km
  • Old Dresser Cafe0.9 km
  • + 31 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Farmfoods0.4 km
  • Asda Stores Limited0.5 km
  • Go Fresh Market0.6 km
  • Maihan Bakery0.4 km
  • Kurdistan Supermarket0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Takeaway Shop

33 nearby
  • Cape Hill Chippy0.4 km
  • New City0.2 km
  • Watan Afghan Street Food0.9 km
  • Valentinos0.9 km
  • Tariq Sweet Centre0.4 km
  • + 28 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • The Woodlands Bar & Grill0.9 km
  • Caribbean Delight0.8 km
  • Community Action Project0.8 km
  • Seven Stars On Cape Hill0.4 km
  • The Robin Pub0.7 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Smethwick1.3 km
  • Smethwick Rolfe Street1.6 km
  • The Hawthorns2.4 km