B67 7QW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.8km from Sandwell in Smethwick. Administratively it sits within Smethwick ward and the Warley constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B67 7QW is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 71% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 68% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell. Full-time employment stands at 11% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 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 B67 7QW are sourced from Output Area E00050849 (shared with 259 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B67 7QW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B67 7QW.
347
42
£ 33,400 /yr
23%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B67 7QW 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.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 71% of tenure in B67 7QW — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 42-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B67 7QW. The average age is 42.4. 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 B67 7QW is moderate at 57 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.
school Local Schools
Devonshire Infant Academy
Devonshire Junior Academy
Crocketts Community Primary School
Galton Valley Primary School
Holly Lodge High School College of Science
Victoria Park Primary
St Philip's Catholic Primary School
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Aroma0.3 km
- Amritsari Tarka0.6 km
- Mi Buns Limited0.6 km
- Oceana Fish Bar0.3 km
- SFC0.9 km
- + 8 more
Retailers - Other
39 nearby- AFG Supermarket0.3 km
- Gills Meat and Poultry0.2 km
- Islam Food Store1.0 km
- RK Pharmacy0.8 km
- Samra Stores0.8 km
- + 34 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Night Inn0.5 km
- Red Cow Heritage Banqueting & Catering0.5 km
- Smethwick Conservative Club0.5 km
- Smethwick Cricket & Athletic C0.5 km
- Smethwick Labour Club0.4 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Azmar Resturant & Grill Ltd0.7 km
- My Sandwich Club Ltd0.3 km
- Punjabi Sweet and Curry House0.6 km
- Sodexo @ DPD @ Geopost Smethwick0.2 km
- Veggie Fellas0.3 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Arden News0.7 km
- Warley Superstore0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Gables0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Smethwick Rolfe Street0.3 km
- Smethwick0.5 km
- Smethwick Galton Bridge Low Level0.8 km
Bus Stops
- Smethwick Rolfe Street Rail Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B677QW · Data under Open Government Licence