Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

LODGE ROAD, B67 7LU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LODGE ROAD, B67 7LU.

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Population

618

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 37,300 /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: B67 7LU 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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2/10
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10/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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5/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

B67 7LU has a highly multicultural community character — 66% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 34 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.

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

B67 7LU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Lodge Road, 0.7km from Smethwick, West in Smethwick. Administratively it sits within St Pauls ward and the Warley constituency.

For families considering a move, B67 7LU represents 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 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 59% 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 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the 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 B67 7LU are sourced from Output Area E00050835 (shared with 27 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 B67 7LU. The average age is 33.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British9.1%
Asian / British Asian66.1%
Black / African / Caribbean7.7%
Other / Mixed17.1%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 160,000

2 sales · Mean £ 160,000

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

Crime around B67 7LU is moderate at 61 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences197
Drugs57
Shoplifting26
Vehicle crime23
Other theft22

school Local Schools

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Holly Lodge High School College of Science

Good1544 pupils0.3 km
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George Betts Primary Academy

Good419 pupils0.6 km
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Devonshire Infant Academy

Outstanding346 pupils0.8 km
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Devonshire Junior Academy

Good357 pupils0.8 km
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Galton Valley Primary School

Good493 pupils1.0 km
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Rood End Primary School

Requires Improvement492 pupils1.2 km
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Holy Trinity CofE Primary School

Good470 pupils1.2 km
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Crocketts Community Primary School

Outstanding487 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • The Cricketers Arms1.0 km
  • Night Inn0.7 km
  • Desi 20.2 km
  • Old Talbot1.0 km
  • The Ivy Bush0.5 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

25 nearby
  • AFG Supermarket0.6 km
  • Gills Meat and Poultry0.9 km
  • Shaandar Sweet Centre & Tandoor0.7 km
  • M and M Supermarket0.3 km
  • Midland Motor Fuels Limited0.6 km
  • + 20 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Sodexo @ DPD @ Geopost Smethwick1.0 km
  • Aarons Kitchen Ltd0.9 km
  • Chawla Sweets0.6 km
  • Desi 2 (Kitchen)0.2 km
  • Dessert Hut0.5 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Oceana Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Dixi Express Limited0.3 km
  • F1 Pizza & Kebab / Baguette Bar0.5 km
  • Fish King Birmingham Kebab House0.8 km
  • Jalandhar Sweet Centre0.8 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Gables0.1 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Warley Superstore0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Smethwick Galton Bridge Low Level0.3 km
  • Smethwick Rolfe Street1.1 km
  • Smethwick1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Smethwick Galton Bridge Rail Station0.3 km
  • Smethwick Galton Bridge High Level Rail Station0.3 km