Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

B71 4HJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B71 4HJ.

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Population

295

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 37,800 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B71 4HJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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2/10
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1/10
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9/10
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5/10
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10/10
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2/10
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2/10
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1/10
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7/10
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Area Character

With 60% social renting, B71 4HJ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 50-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B71 4HJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Lyndon in West Bromwich. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within West Bromwich Central ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.

Within the B71 district, this postcode is characterised by a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. By day, the area transitions to a healthcare and public administration character: major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 4HJ are sourced from Output Area E00051082 (shared with 14 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 4HJ. The average age is 49.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British64.8%
Asian / British Asian27.3%
Black / African / Caribbean5.5%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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

Crime around B71 4HJ is moderate at 59 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences226
Public order31
Criminal damage and arson23
Vehicle crime18
Other theft15

school Local Schools

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Eaton Valley Primary School

Good456 pupils0.4 km
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All Saints CofE Primary School

Good456 pupils0.4 km
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Hargate Primary School

Outstanding495 pupils0.6 km
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St Mary Magdalene CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Outstanding232 pupils0.6 km
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Shireland Biomedical Utc

Requires Improvement178 pupils1.0 km
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King George V Primary School

Good223 pupils1.1 km
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The Phoenix Collegiate

Good1929 pupils1.3 km
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St John Bosco Catholic Primary School

Outstanding250 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • Church Lane Local0.7 km
  • M&K News & Off Licence Ltd0.6 km
  • Sandwell Hospital Friends Of Hospital0.0 km
  • Onestop0.5 km
  • Agewell CIC0.0 km
  • + 17 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Merry Go Round0.9 km
  • Horse & Jockey0.5 km
  • The Queen's Head0.9 km
  • The Clock House - Kitchen1.0 km
  • The Red Lion0.4 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Lucky's Plaice0.3 km
  • Ciao Italia0.3 km
  • Jade Garden1.0 km
  • Viva la smash1.0 km
  • Miss Li Kitchen0.3 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Costa Coffee - Main Receiption0.0 km
  • Hallam Restaurant0.0 km
  • Mayur Catering Services Ltd1.0 km
  • Harry's Diner0.5 km
  • Costa Coffee - Out Patient Department0.0 km
  • + 9 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Travel Lodge0.7 km
  • Premier Inn West Bromwich0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lidl UK GmbH1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sandwell & Dudley2.7 km
  • Tame Bridge Parkway2.7 km
  • Smethwick Galton Bridge Low Level3.0 km