Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

WOOD GREEN ROAD, B68 0DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOOD GREEN ROAD, B68 0DE.

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Population

322

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 46,400 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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4/10
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10/10
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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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8/10
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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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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.

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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

White / British57.4%
Asian / British Asian27.8%
Black / African / Caribbean3.8%
Other / Mixed11.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Other theft68
Violence and sexual offences67
Vehicle crime39
Shoplifting29
Criminal damage and arson12

school Local Schools

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Lightwoods Primary Academy

Inadequate385 pupils0.7 km
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Perryfields Primary School

Good360 pupils0.8 km
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Perryfields Academy

Good1050 pupils0.9 km
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Quinton Church Primary School

Good210 pupils0.9 km
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Brandhall Primary School

Good471 pupils1.0 km
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Four Dwellings Primary Academy

Requires Improvement358 pupils1.0 km
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Four Dwellings Academy

Good548 pupils1.1 km
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Woodhouse Primary Academy

Good475 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

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
fastfood

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
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • WORLDS END SUPERMARKET1.0 km
  • Central England Co-operative0.8 km
  • Tesco Stores Plc0.5 km
  • Shiraz Supermarket0.1 km
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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

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