B68 0AX is a safe, established residential area on Chestnut Road, 1.0km from Ridgacre in Oldbury (Sandwell). Administratively it sits within Old Warley ward and the Warley constituency.
For families considering a move, B68 0AX represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 37% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £209k, up 12.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B68 0AX are sourced from Output Area E00050723 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHESTNUT ROAD, B68 0AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHESTNUT ROAD, B68 0AX.
325
43
£ 38,700 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. B68 0AX spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 12.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B68 0AX. The average age is 43.1. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 205,000
11 sales · Mean £ 225,654
Detached
£ 217,500
2 sales · Mean £ 217,500
Terraced
£ 221,500
2 sales · Mean £ 221,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B68 0AX has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Lightwoods Primary Academy
Perryfields Primary School
Brandhall Primary School
Perryfields Academy
Bleakhouse Primary School
Quinton Church Primary School
Woodhouse Primary Academy
Four Dwellings Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Masons Microbar0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Westwood Cafe0.3 km
- 268 Coffee and Cafe and 268 Ltd0.8 km
- Dolce Desserts0.6 km
- Lenchs Trust1.0 km
- Sentinos Pizzeria and Grill0.3 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco Stores Plc0.8 km
- Heron Foods0.9 km
- Shiraz Supermarket0.4 km
- Central England Co-operative0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Perry Hill Fish Bar0.4 km
- Pizza Hut0.3 km
- Tasty & Unique0.9 km
- Balti Herbs & Spices0.3 km
- Kings Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
- + 13 more
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- One Stop0.3 km
- Brandhall Food Pantry0.3 km
- VANSHIKA SAM LOCAL SHOP LTD0.8 km
- Booze Stop0.3 km
- Tasty Bake0.6 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Perry Hill Tavern0.4 km
- Amber Tavern0.7 km
- Lin'S Bar1.0 km
- Brandhall Labour Club Limited0.6 km
- The Wernley0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rowley Regis2.6 km
- Langley Green3.1 km
- Smethwick3.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B680AX · Data under Open Government Licence