Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

MEYRICK ROAD, B70 0JL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEYRICK ROAD, B70 0JL.

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Population

526

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 38,100 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B70 0JL 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.

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3/10
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10/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

B70 0JL has a highly multicultural community character — 61% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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

B70 0JL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Meyrick Road, 0.4km from Black Lake in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Wednesbury South ward and the West Bromwich West constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a industrial units zone — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £184k.

Census 2021 statistics for B70 0JL are sourced from Output Area E00051053 (shared with 14 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 B70 0JL. The average age is 37.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British22.1%
Asian / British Asian61.1%
Black / African / Caribbean9.5%
Other / Mixed7.4%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 154,000

10 sales · Mean £ 170,570

Semi-Detached

£ 228,750

4 sales · Mean £ 231,125

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

B70 0JL has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences106
Vehicle crime45
Anti-social behaviour19
Public order16
Criminal damage and arson14

school Local Schools

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George Salter Academy

Good1362 pupils0.6 km
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Harvills Hawthorn Primary School

Outstanding464 pupils0.7 km
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Hateley Heath Academy

Inadequate425 pupils0.7 km
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Ryders Green Primary School

Good452 pupils0.8 km
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St John Bosco Catholic Primary School

Outstanding250 pupils1.1 km
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All Saints CofE Primary School

Good456 pupils1.4 km
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The Phoenix Collegiate

Good1929 pupils1.4 km
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Hargate Primary School

Outstanding495 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • Rayan Food Store1.0 km
  • Sterling Meat Company - Meat Mart0.7 km
  • BP Express0.4 km
  • Ian Smith Group1.0 km
  • Costcutter0.2 km
  • + 17 more
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Big John's0.7 km
  • Enjoy's Pizza0.8 km
  • Mr Vegi Singh0.9 km
  • Carters Green Fish Bar1.0 km
  • George's Fish Bar0.5 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Halfway House0.5 km
  • The Beehive0.9 km
  • Britannia Inn0.5 km
  • The Sow Bar and Grill0.4 km
  • The Ridgacre0.2 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Lovely Food1.0 km
  • Boulder Central0.9 km
  • Little Miss1.0 km
  • Nelly's Breakfast Bar and Grill0.8 km
  • Phoenix Cafe1.0 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aldi Food Stores0.6 km
  • Co-operative Food Store0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sandwell & Dudley2.5 km
  • Dudley Port2.6 km
  • Tame Bridge Parkway3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Black Lake (Midland Metro Stop)0.1 km