B70 0BW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Ryders Green in West Bromwich. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Greets Green and Lyng ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.
This is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 69 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 B70 0BW are sourced from Output Area E00050472 (shared with 52 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B70 0BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B70 0BW.
354
36
£ 35,200 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B70 0BW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
54% of B70 0BW's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B70 0BW. The average age is 36.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B70 0BW is moderate at 69 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
George Salter Academy
Ryders Green Primary School
Harvills Hawthorn Primary School
Newtown Primary School
Great Bridge Primary School
Hanbury Primary School
Hateley Heath Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- Sterling Meat Company - Meat Mart1.0 km
- BP Express0.3 km
- Ian Smith Group0.4 km
- Costcutter0.7 km
- News Plus0.7 km
- + 17 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Jolly Sailor1.0 km
- The Beehive0.5 km
- The Fox & Goose0.7 km
- Britannia Inn0.8 km
- Admiral Casino0.8 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Big John's1.0 km
- Caribbean Lunchbox0.8 km
- Chapman Chippy0.7 km
- George's Fish Bar0.3 km
- New World Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- + 10 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Costa Coffee (inside Asda Stores)0.8 km
- Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd0.8 km
- Tasty Break Cafe0.8 km
- KFC0.8 km
- Alok0.8 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi Food Stores1.0 km
- Asda Stores Limited0.8 km
- Heron Foods0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dudley Port1.9 km
- Sandwell & Dudley2.3 km
- Tipton3.0 km
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Postcode Profile: B700BW · Data under Open Government Licence