B71 1DH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Kempson Avenue, 0.4km from Black Lake in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within West Bromwich Central ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B71 1DH is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 25% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 45% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £215k. 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 B71 1DH are sourced from Output Area E00051080 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KEMPSON AVENUE, B71 1DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KEMPSON AVENUE, B71 1DH.
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37
£ 37,800 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B71 1DH 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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. B71 1DH's 52% ownership and 37-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B71 1DH. The average age is 36.6. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 192,500
6 sales · Mean £ 182,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B71 1DH has low crime rates — 48 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
George Salter Academy
Hateley Heath Academy
Ryders Green Primary School
All Saints CofE Primary School
Hargate Primary School
St John Bosco Catholic Primary School
Shireland Biomedical Utc
The Phoenix Collegiate
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
34 nearby- Church Lane Local0.6 km
- Well Pharmacy1.0 km
- Onestop0.9 km
- BP Express0.8 km
- Zawsze Tutaj0.7 km
- + 29 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Hen and Chickens1.0 km
- Merry Go Round0.4 km
- The Ridgacre0.6 km
- The Wheatsheaf Hotel0.7 km
- Halfway House0.2 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Momtaj Balti0.7 km
- Caspian Pizza0.9 km
- Carters Green Fish Bar0.6 km
- George's Fish Bar0.8 km
- Grill N Shake0.7 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl UK GmbH0.8 km
- Aldi Food Stores0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Akash Balti also trading as Chaii Adda0.7 km
- Lovely Food0.6 km
- Mayur Catering Services Ltd0.8 km
- Harry's Diner0.9 km
- Little Miss0.6 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sandwell & Dudley2.4 km
- Dudley Port3.0 km
- Tame Bridge Parkway3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Black Lake (Midland Metro Stop)0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B711DH · Data under Open Government Licence