Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

PLYMPTON MEWS, B71 1DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PLYMPTON MEWS, B71 1DL.

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Population

606

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 36,000 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: B71 1DL 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.

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4/10
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7/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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3/10
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2/10
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4/10
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8/10
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Area Character

B71 1DL has a highly multicultural community character — 62% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. 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

B71 1DL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Plympton Mews, 0.3km from Hall End in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Hateley Heath ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.

B71 1DL is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 35 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. The area has a notably diverse population — 62% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £192k. 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 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00050550 (shared with 13 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 B71 1DL. The average age is 34.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British38.1%
Asian / British Asian28.1%
Black / African / Caribbean23.2%
Other / Mixed10.7%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 5%
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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

Terraced

£ 161,000

4 sales · Mean £ 161,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around B71 1DL is moderate at 53 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences172
Vehicle crime31
Criminal damage and arson25
Anti-social behaviour22
Public order20

school Local Schools

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All Saints CofE Primary School

Good456 pupils0.4 km
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The Phoenix Collegiate

Good1929 pupils0.6 km
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St Mary Magdalene CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Outstanding232 pupils0.6 km
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St John Bosco Catholic Primary School

Outstanding250 pupils0.7 km
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Hateley Heath Academy

Inadequate425 pupils0.8 km
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Hargate Primary School

Outstanding495 pupils1.0 km
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Sandwell Community School

Good73 pupils1.0 km
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Eaton Valley Primary School

Good456 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Halfway House0.9 km
  • The Lewisham0.9 km
  • Merry Go Round0.9 km
  • The Coach and Horses0.5 km
  • The Queen's Head0.5 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Uppals News & Booze0.6 km
  • Church Lane Local0.2 km
  • M&K News & Off Licence Ltd0.4 km
  • Sandwell Hospital Friends Of Hospital0.7 km
  • Onestop0.2 km
  • + 12 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Costa Coffee - Out Patient Department0.8 km
  • McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.6 km
  • Costa Coffee - Main Receiption0.8 km
  • Hallam Restaurant0.8 km
  • Harry's Diner0.2 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Miss Li Kitchen0.6 km
  • Subway Midlands Limited0.6 km
  • Lucky's Plaice0.6 km
  • The Daily Chippy0.5 km
  • Chow Bar0.2 km
  • + 7 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Tame Bridge Parkway2.4 km
  • Sandwell & Dudley3.0 km
  • Bescot Stadium3.3 km