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About

Blackheath ward sits in the northern part of Sandwell, characterised by residential streets and local commercial hubs. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types and several small parks providing green space. Its main roads connect it to neighbouring areas like Oldbury and Rowley Regis, supporting local businesses and services. The community is served by primary schools and local amenities centred around the Blackheath shopping area.

A notable local landmark is the Blackheath Clock Tower, a prominent feature at the main junction. The ward includes the grounds of the former Blackheath Rugby Club, reflecting its sporting history. Public transport links provide connections across the borough, while the terrain includes some gentle slopes typical of the region. The area maintains a distinct identity within the larger Sandwell metropolitan area.

Area overview

On average Blackheath has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 123 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Blackheath is £41,899 per year. There are 4 schools in Blackheath: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Blackheath is home to around 12,065 people, with a population density of about 4,664.6 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
123
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
25.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Blackheath Population
12,065
Population density
4,664.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
67.72(+77%)
Shoplifting
23.04(+163%)
Anti-social behaviour
11.19(-1%)
Vehicle crime
11.19(+70%)
Criminal damage and arson
11.02(+54%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,357
77.55%
Pakistani
457
3.79%
Indian
456
3.78%
Other White
330
2.73%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
286
2.37%
Total population: 12,066

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
2,627
26.73%
Level 4 qualifications or above
2,033
20.68%
Level 3 (A level)
1,590
16.18%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,505
15.31%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,200
12.21%
Total 16+ residents: 9,829

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,646
31.97%
Owns with a mortgage
1,436
27.89%
Social rents from council
1,052
20.43%
Private landlord or letting agency
569
11.05%
Other social rented
299
5.81%
Total households: 5,149

Property prices in Blackheath

Based on 115 recent sales, the median property price is £205,000 in Blackheath area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £455,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Blackheath in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Blackheath over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached22£307,000
Flats14£123,750
Semi-Detached47£215,000
Terraced32£176,500

10 years median price trend in Blackheath

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Blackheath.

All postcodes in Blackheath

B650DA

Beeches Road

B658DS

Siviters Lane

B650AE

Powke Lane

B650LR

Avenue Road

B646SQ

The Mount

B650AH

Powke Lane Industrial Estate

B658DD

Old School Drive

B659AU

Blackheath

B659NS

Haden Walk

B650PH

Oldbury Road

B647QD

Lansbury Road

B650QU

Cakemore Road

B658BG

The Mews

B650EH

High Street

B650JF

Blackheath

B658BJ

Conway Drive

B650LP

Avenue Road

B658AY

Limes Avenue

B659AS

Rowley Village

B659LE

Buckingham Road

B650BS

Perry Park Road

B650HY

Avenue Road

B650JU

Station Road

B658AS

Mackmillan Road

B647PX

Sherbourne Road

B650BB

Beeches Road

B650EA

High Street

B650PR

Oldbury Road

B658BT

Dovey Grove

B659QF

Mincing Lane

B659RG

Majestic Way

B650JE

Long Lane

B650NT

Oldbury Road

B659PN

Highbury Avenue

B658AX

The Grove

B658DA

Moor Lane

B659JW

Buckingham Road

B647PS

Chapel Close

B647QJ

Granville Road

B650BU

Highfield Road

B650EY

Gorsty Hill Road

B650LY

Cardale Street

B646SH

Luanne Close

B650AQ

Powke Lane

B650AY

Marlow Street

B650JN

Oldbury Road

B659NP

Enfield Road

B658BP

Duke Street

B659AN

Curral Road

B659AY

Birmingham Road

B650LU

Park Street West

B658AR

Mackmillan Road

B658BF

Eden Gardens

B658DR

Siviters Close

B659BA

Blackheath

B659RH

Druids Avenue

B646RG

Waterfall Lane

B647QP

Station Road

B650AJ

Park Street

B650JQ

Blackheath

B650NU

Blackheath

B658BD

Regis Road

B659QE

Mincing Lane

B646RQ

Waterfall Lane

B650AN

Nash Close

B650LJ

Avenue Road

B650BA

Darby Street

B650HJ

Beet Street

B658BS

Ross

B659HH

Rowley Village

B646RR

Grange Road

B647PU

Sherbourne Road

B650DD

Park Hill

B650EG

High Street

B650BW

Perry Park Road

B658DJ

Highmoor Road

B659BJ

Birmingham Road

B659LR

Bell End

B659NE

Britannia Road

B659PG

Reservoir Road

B650BZ

Highfield Crescent

B650DH

Payne Street

B658BE

Regis Road

B658DH

Moor Lane

B659LT

Sandford Avenue

B646RT

Grange Road

B647QF

Charter Crescent

B658BL

Admirals Way

B658DY

Ross

B659JH

Queens Drive

B659LL

Balmoral Way

B650AU

Peckover Close

B650BG

Terrace Street

B650DT

High Street

B650EE

High Street

B650JS

Oldbury Road

B659RJ

Sandringham Drive

B646RW

Perry Park Road

B650BJ

Waterfall Lane

B650BP

Highfield Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.