Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

HILL TOP, B70 0RZ House Prices & Local Information

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

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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 0RZ 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

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.

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

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.

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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

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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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.

Violence and sexual offences111
Shoplifting21
Vehicle crime20
Other theft18
Criminal damage and arson12

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 pupils0.7 km
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Moorlands Primary School

Good201 pupils0.7 km
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Harvills Hawthorn Primary School

Outstanding464 pupils0.9 km
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The Phoenix Collegiate

Good1929 pupils1.0 km
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Wodensborough Ormiston Academy

Good1128 pupils1.1 km
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Sandwell Community School

Good73 pupils1.4 km
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St John's Church of England Primary Academy

Good202 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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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
fastfood

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

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The New Hen & Chickens0.1 km
  • Mommas Cafe0.7 km
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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