B71 3AE is a safe, established residential area on Hollyhedge Road, 0.4km from Charlemont in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Charlemont with Grove Vale ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.
For families considering a move, B71 3AE represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k.
Census 2021 statistics for B71 3AE are sourced from Output Area E00050309 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLLYHEDGE ROAD, B71 3AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLYHEDGE ROAD, B71 3AE.
431
43
£ 43,700 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
B71 3AE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 83% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B71 3AE. The average age is 43.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 270,000
2 sales · Mean £ 270,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B71 3AE has low crime rates — 36 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Elm Tree Primary Academy
Pennyhill Primary School
St Mary Magdalene CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Sandwell Community School
The Phoenix Collegiate
All Saints CofE Primary School
Hall Green Primary School
Eaton Valley Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The Coach and Horses1.0 km
- The Royal Oak0.2 km
- Charlemont Bowling Club0.5 km
- Curry N Grill House0.9 km
- The Lewisham0.8 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Daily Local0.7 km
- Costcutter1.0 km
- First 4 Wines Ltd0.7 km
- Greggs Plc0.7 km
- Osbornes The Butchers0.7 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Lucky Penny Fish & Chips1.0 km
- Fast One Pizza & Grill Limited0.8 km
- Cantonese House0.6 km
- Stone Cross Fish Bar0.8 km
- Chow Bar1.0 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Midcounties Co-op0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.9 km
- Desserlo0.7 km
- Pizzarioo0.9 km
- Beans0.3 km
- Harry's Diner1.0 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tame Bridge Parkway1.6 km
- Bescot Stadium2.8 km
- Sandwell & Dudley3.8 km
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Postcode Profile: B713AE · Data under Open Government Licence