Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

HILL TOP, B70 0RU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILL TOP, B70 0RU.

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Population

364

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Avg Age

39

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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 0RU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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6/10
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9/10
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4/10
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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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10/10
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Area Character

58% of B70 0RU's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. 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 0RU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hill Top, 0.6km from Black Lake in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Wednesbury South ward and the West Bromwich West constituency.

For families considering a move, B70 0RU represents a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 58% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for B70 0RU are sourced from Output Area E00051040 (shared with 9 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 0RU. The average age is 39.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British42.5%
Asian / British Asian38.3%
Black / African / Caribbean8.1%
Other / Mixed11.1%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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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)

B70 0RU has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences109
Shoplifting21
Vehicle crime21
Other theft19
Criminal damage and arson13

school Local Schools

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Hateley Heath Academy

Inadequate425 pupils0.4 km
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St John Bosco Catholic Primary School

Outstanding250 pupils0.6 km
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Harvills Hawthorn Primary School

Outstanding464 pupils0.8 km
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Moorlands Primary School

Good201 pupils0.8 km
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The Phoenix Collegiate

Good1929 pupils1.0 km
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Wodensborough Ormiston Academy

Good1128 pupils1.2 km
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George Salter Academy

Good1362 pupils1.4 km
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Sandwell Community School

Good73 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • The Cottage Spring0.5 km
  • The Coach and Horses0.9 km
  • The Ridgacre0.9 km
  • Hen and Chickens0.0 km
  • Three Horseshoes0.4 km
  • + 4 more
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Five Star Pizza0.1 km
  • Ocean Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Hill Top Fish Bar0.1 km
  • Enjoy's Pizza0.0 km
  • Mr Vegi Singh0.2 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • 4 Community Trust Trading as J's Food Pantry0.8 km
  • AUM News Ltd0.7 km
  • Hill Top Butchers0.0 km
  • Hill Top Convenience Stores0.5 km
  • Hill Top Wines0.4 km
  • + 14 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The New Hen & Chickens0.0 km
  • Mommas Cafe0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative Food Store0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Tame Bridge Parkway2.9 km
  • Dudley Port3.0 km
  • Bescot Stadium3.1 km