B69 2JQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on New Birmingham Road, 0.5km from Bury Hill in Rowley Regis. Administratively it sits within Tividale ward and the West Bromwich West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 33 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 B69 2JQ are sourced from Output Area E00050961 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEW BIRMINGHAM ROAD, B69 2JQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEW BIRMINGHAM ROAD, B69 2JQ.
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£ 39,500 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B69 2JQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
B69 2JQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 33, 58% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B69 2JQ. The average age is 32.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B69 2JQ has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy
Grace Mary Primary School
The Meadows School
Rounds Green Primary School
Oakham Primary School
Tividale Community Primary School
Tividale Hall Primary School
Burnt Tree Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Brades Tavern0.6 km
- The George Inn0.8 km
- Jolly Collier1.0 km
- Cookhouse and Pub0.7 km
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- City Road Supermarket0.5 km
- Ashtree Convenience0.1 km
- SRF (786) Services Ltd. t/a Sandwell Service Station0.8 km
- Osprey Service Station0.7 km
- Bury Hill Service Station0.3 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- City Road Tasty Bites0.5 km
- KFC0.7 km
- Masala Curry House0.2 km
- The Codfather0.7 km
- Catch of the Day0.9 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Alright Spud0.7 km
- Kay's Cafe0.7 km
- Rounds Green Primary School0.8 km
- Stax Trade Centres PLC0.8 km
- Greedy Pig Cafe0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sandwell & Dudley1.8 km
- Dudley Port2.2 km
- Langley Green2.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B692JQ · Data under Open Government Licence