B70 0RZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hill Top, 0.7km from Balls Hill in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Wednesbury South ward and the West Bromwich West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for B70 0RZ are sourced from Output Area E00051040 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HILL TOP, B70 0RZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILL TOP, B70 0RZ.
364
39
£ 38,100 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B70 0RZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines B70 0RZ — 58% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B70 0RZ. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 140,000
1 sales · Mean £ 140,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B70 0RZ has low crime rates — 31 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.
school Local Schools
Hateley Heath Academy
St John Bosco Catholic Primary School
Moorlands Primary School
Harvills Hawthorn Primary School
The Phoenix Collegiate
Wodensborough Ormiston Academy
Sandwell Community School
St John's Church of England Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Kays News0.4 km
- Well Pharmacy0.2 km
- Petrogas Applegreen/Esso0.6 km
- 4 Community Trust Trading as J's Food Pantry0.8 km
- AUM News Ltd0.8 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Hen and Chickens0.2 km
- The Coach and Horses0.9 km
- Three Horseshoes0.4 km
- The Cottage Spring0.4 km
- Britannia Inn0.7 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Enjoy's Pizza0.1 km
- Mr Vegi Singh0.0 km
- Trident Fish and Chips0.3 km
- Hill Top Fish Bar0.1 km
- Five Star Pizza0.1 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- The New Hen & Chickens0.1 km
- Mommas Cafe0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative Food Store0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tame Bridge Parkway2.8 km
- Bescot Stadium3.0 km
- Dudley Port3.1 km
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Postcode Profile: B700RZ · Data under Open Government Licence