B70 8NX is an up-and-coming urban area on Lodge Road, 0.3km from Mayer's Green in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within West Bromwich Central ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.
For families considering a move, B70 8NX represents 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. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 59% 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 high (155 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Average house prices are around £210k. 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 8NX are sourced from Output Area E00177387 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LODGE ROAD, B70 8NX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LODGE ROAD, B70 8NX.
538
34
£ 32,700 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B70 8NX 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
B70 8NX has a highly multicultural community character — 76% 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 8NX. The average age is 33.5. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 210,000
1 sales · Mean £ 210,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near B70 8NX are high at 155 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
Shireland Biomedical Utc
Lodge Primary School
Hanbury Primary School
Hargate Primary School
Lyng Primary School
King George V Primary School
Ryders Green Primary School
George Salter Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
82 nearby- Khan's Fish0.5 km
- Length & Strength (International)0.9 km
- Londis Westgate Plaza0.4 km
- New Look Retailers Ltd0.6 km
- Home Bargains0.5 km
- + 77 more
Pub, NightClub
25 nearby- The Billiard Hall0.3 km
- The Interceptor0.6 km
- The Prince Albert0.8 km
- Angels Gentlemens Club0.4 km
- Flirts0.8 km
- + 20 more
Restaurant, Cafe
40 nearby- Asylum E-Sports & VR Centre0.8 km
- Great Western Cafe0.4 km
- Khwaish Ltd0.8 km
- The Indian Smokehouse Bar and Grill0.8 km
- Burger King0.6 km
- + 35 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Lidl UK GmbH0.4 km
- Heron Frozen Foods Limited0.6 km
- Farmfoods0.7 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.5 km
- Poundland0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
35 nearby- Caspian Pizza0.3 km
- Jerk & Grill0.3 km
- Aafee's Fried Chicken1.0 km
- Eat Wise Takeaway0.8 km
- Little House of Chaii0.9 km
- + 30 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Premier Inn West Bromwich0.6 km
- Travel Lodge0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sandwell & Dudley1.5 km
- Smethwick Galton Bridge Low Level2.4 km
- Langley Green2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Lodge Road-West Bromwich Town Hall (Metro Stop)0.1 km
- Dartmouth Street (Midland Metro Stop)0.3 km
- West Bromwich Central (Midland Metro Stop)0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B708NX · Data under Open Government Licence