B67 7QX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ford Street, 0.6km from Sandwell in Smethwick. Administratively it sits within Smethwick ward and the Warley constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B67 7QX 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. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 49) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 46% 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 21% — 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. Property: With prices averaging £61k, 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 7QX are sourced from Output Area E00050819 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FORD STREET, B67 7QX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORD STREET, B67 7QX.
272
49
£ 37,300 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B67 7QX 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
B67 7QX has a significant social housing presence — 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 49-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 7QX. The average age is 48.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 61,975
2 sales · Mean £ 61,975
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B67 7QX is moderate at 60 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
Galton Valley Primary School
Crocketts Community 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
14 nearby- Aroma0.1 km
- Amritsari Tarka0.7 km
- Mi Buns Limited0.7 km
- Oceana Fish Bar0.1 km
- SFC0.8 km
- + 9 more
Retailers - Other
37 nearby- AFG Supermarket0.2 km
- Gills Meat and Poultry0.1 km
- Islam Food Store0.9 km
- RK Pharmacy0.7 km
- Samra Stores0.9 km
- + 32 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Night Inn0.4 km
- Red Cow Heritage Banqueting & Catering0.6 km
- Smethwick Conservative Club0.6 km
- Smethwick Cricket & Athletic C0.6 km
- Smethwick Labour Club0.5 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Azmar Resturant & Grill Ltd0.8 km
- My Sandwich Club Ltd0.3 km
- Punjabi Sweet and Curry House0.7 km
- Sodexo @ DPD @ Geopost Smethwick0.2 km
- Veggie Fellas0.4 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Arden News0.8 km
- Warley Superstore0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Gables0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Smethwick Rolfe Street0.3 km
- Smethwick0.6 km
- Smethwick Galton Bridge Low Level0.7 km
Bus Stops
- Smethwick Rolfe Street Rail Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B677QX · Data under Open Government Licence