B68 0BL is a safe, established residential area located 0.9km from Ridgacre in Oldbury (Sandwell). Administratively it sits within Old Warley ward and the Warley constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 40% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for B68 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00050698 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B68 0BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B68 0BL.
293
43
£ 38,700 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. B68 0BL's 54% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B68 0BL. The average age is 43.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B68 0BL has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Perryfields Primary School
Quinton Church Primary School
Perryfields Academy
Four Dwellings Academy
Four Dwellings Primary Academy
Lightwoods Primary Academy
Brandhall Primary School
Woodhouse Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Apple Green Service Station0.4 km
- Greggs Plc0.2 km
- VANSHIKA SAM LOCAL SHOP LTD0.5 km
- Booze Stop0.2 km
- B & G News0.9 km
- + 21 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Milano Lounge0.8 km
- 268 Coffee and Cafe and 268 Ltd0.5 km
- Dolce Desserts0.8 km
- Lenchs Trust1.0 km
- Sentinos Pizzeria and Grill0.2 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Jade Garden0.7 km
- Big John's (Retail) Limited0.7 km
- Piri Pro0.8 km
- Rose's Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- Balti Herbs & Spices0.2 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Lin'S Bar0.9 km
- Brandhall Labour Club Limited0.7 km
- The Wernley0.8 km
- Amber Tavern0.9 km
- Perry Hill Tavern0.5 km
Supermarkets
5 nearby- WORLDS END SUPERMARKET1.0 km
- Central England Co-operative0.7 km
- Tesco Stores Plc0.4 km
- Asda (Quinton)0.9 km
- Shiraz Supermarket0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Masons Microbar0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rowley Regis2.6 km
- Langley Green3.5 km
- Old Hill3.9 km
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Postcode Profile: B680BL · Data under Open Government Licence