B68 0DE is a safe, established residential area on Wood Green Road, 0.8km from Ridgacre in Oldbury (Sandwell). Administratively it sits within Old Warley ward and the Warley constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in B68, B68 0DE offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 43% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £567k, down 28.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B68 0DE are sourced from Output Area E00050696 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOOD GREEN ROAD, B68 0DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOOD GREEN ROAD, B68 0DE.
322
42
£ 46,400 /yr
46%
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
B68 0DE is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £567k, 84% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £567k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 28.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B68 0DE. The average age is 42.3. 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
£ 350,000
1 sales · Mean £ 350,000
Detached
£ 607,250
4 sales · Mean £ 590,500
Terraced
£ 305,000
1 sales · Mean £ 305,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B68 0DE has low crime rates — 37 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
Perryfields Academy
Quinton Church Primary School
Brandhall Primary School
Four Dwellings Primary Academy
Four Dwellings Academy
Woodhouse Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Apple Green Service Station0.2 km
- Greggs Plc0.1 km
- Mrs G's Oldbury0.5 km
- Tasty Bake0.7 km
- Premier - Padda Stores0.2 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Milano Lounge1.0 km
- 268 Coffee and Cafe and 268 Ltd0.6 km
- Buttons Cafe &Luncheon Club0.9 km
- Pizzeria Paradiso0.1 km
- Toby Carvery0.2 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Jade Garden0.5 km
- Big John's (Retail) Limited0.9 km
- Piri Pro0.6 km
- Rose's Sandwich Bar0.9 km
- Balti Herbs & Spices0.1 km
- + 16 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- WORLDS END SUPERMARKET1.0 km
- Central England Co-operative0.8 km
- Tesco Stores Plc0.5 km
- Shiraz Supermarket0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Brandhall Labour Club Limited0.7 km
- The Wernley0.7 km
- Amber Tavern0.7 km
- Lin'S Bar0.8 km
- Perry Hill Tavern0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Masons Microbar0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rowley Regis2.7 km
- Langley Green3.4 km
- Smethwick3.7 km
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Postcode Profile: B680DE · Data under Open Government Licence