Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

BUSTLEHOLME LANE, B71 3AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BUSTLEHOLME LANE, B71 3AP.

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Population

342

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 43,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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4/10
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7/10
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8/10
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5/10
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7/10
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5/10
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4/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

B71 3AP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 76% 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. Property prices are trending down 1.9% year-on-year.

home £258,750 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B71 3AP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bustleholme Lane, 0.4km from Bird End in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Charlemont with Grove Vale ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.

For families considering a move, B71 3AP represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 44% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £258k, down 1.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for B71 3AP are sourced from Output Area E00050335 (shared with 12 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 3AP. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British56.1%
Asian / British Asian28.4%
Black / African / Caribbean5.0%
Other / Mixed10.5%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 305,000

1 sales · Mean £ 305,000

Semi-Detached

£ 260,000

3 sales · Mean £ 242,666

Detached

£ 182,000

1 sales · Mean £ 182,000

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

B71 3AP has low crime rates — 44 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.

Violence and sexual offences112
Vehicle crime27
Anti-social behaviour24
Public order24
Criminal damage and arson19

school Local Schools

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Pennyhill Primary School

Good660 pupils0.2 km
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Elm Tree Primary Academy

0.3 km
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Sandwell Community School

Good73 pupils0.7 km
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Hall Green Primary School

Good458 pupils0.7 km
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The Priory Primary School

Good410 pupils1.0 km
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The Phoenix Collegiate

Good1929 pupils1.1 km
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St Mary Magdalene CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Outstanding232 pupils1.2 km
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High Point Academy

30 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • International Food Store0.5 km
  • Euro Express0.2 km
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • Ruby News0.9 km
  • Costcutter0.5 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • China Garden0.9 km
  • Grill N Grub0.5 km
  • Stone Cross Masala0.7 km
  • The Chip Box0.9 km
  • Hot Stuff Pizza0.2 km
  • + 13 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Desserlo0.2 km
  • Pizzarioo0.7 km
  • Di's Diner0.9 km
  • Beans0.3 km
  • The Spinney Bar and Grill (Kitchen)0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Curry N Grill House0.3 km
  • Charlemont Bowling Club0.2 km
  • The Royal Oak0.7 km
  • Crown & Anchor0.7 km
  • The Spinney0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Midcounties Co-op0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Tame Bridge Parkway1.0 km
  • Bescot Stadium2.3 km
  • Hamstead3.9 km