B70 0DR is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.1km from Old Forge in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Greets Green and Lyng ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.
For families considering a move, B70 0DR represents 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. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 rates are high (177 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. 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 0DR are sourced from Output Area E00050472 (shared with 52 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B70 0DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B70 0DR.
354
36
£ 35,200 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B70 0DR 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
B70 0DR has a highly multicultural community character — 54% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B70 0DR. 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
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near B70 0DR are high at 177 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Harvills Hawthorn Primary School
Great Bridge Primary School
George Salter Academy
Ryders Green Primary School
Newtown Primary School
Hateley Heath Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Kays News0.9 km
- A J Enterprises0.6 km
- Alan Warwick Butchers0.6 km
- AUM News Ltd0.5 km
- B&M Retail Limited0.4 km
- + 19 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Admiral Casino0.6 km
- The Ridgacre0.7 km
- The Beehive0.1 km
- The Lounge Bar and Restaurant0.8 km
- Britannia Inn0.5 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Alok0.6 km
- Shivay Indian Sweets & Tandoori Restaurant0.6 km
- Spices Delhi0.7 km
- Suzy P's Tearoom and Cafe0.8 km
- Blue Mountain Grill0.6 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Asda Stores Limited0.5 km
- Lidl UK GmbH0.9 km
- Best One0.8 km
- Heron Foods0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Ali's Kitchen0.7 km
- Black Country Chippy0.6 km
- Golden City0.6 km
- Night Star Pizza0.6 km
- Penguin0.7 km
- + 10 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dudley Port1.8 km
- Sandwell & Dudley2.7 km
- Tipton2.8 km
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Postcode Profile: B700DR · Data under Open Government Licence