B71 3EY is a safe, established residential area on Smithmoor Crescent, 0.3km 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 3EY represents a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £195k.
Census 2021 statistics for B71 3EY are sourced from Output Area E00050334 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SMITHMOOR CRESCENT, B71 3EY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SMITHMOOR CRESCENT, B71 3EY.
288
39
£ 43,700 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B71 3EY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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 3EY's 60% ownership and 39-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 3EY. The average age is 38.7. 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 Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 152,250
6 sales · Mean £ 151,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B71 3EY has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Elm Tree Primary Academy
Pennyhill Primary School
Sandwell Community School
Hall Green Primary School
The Priory Primary School
St Mary Magdalene CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School
High Point Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- International Food Store0.3 km
- Euro Express0.7 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Costcutter0.3 km
- First 4 Wines Ltd0.7 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Grill N Grub0.3 km
- Hot Stuff Pizza0.7 km
- Jade Garden0.7 km
- Cantonese House0.7 km
- Stone Cross Fish Bar0.7 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Desserlo0.7 km
- Beans0.7 km
- The Spinney Bar and Grill (Kitchen)0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Curry N Grill House0.7 km
- Charlemont Bowling Club0.5 km
- The Royal Oak0.9 km
- Crown & Anchor0.9 km
- The Spinney0.2 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Midcounties Co-op0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tame Bridge Parkway0.9 km
- Bescot Stadium2.5 km
- Hamstead3.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B713EY · Data under Open Government Licence