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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

B650BX

Highfield Road

B650EN

John Street

B650QN

Blackheath Trading Estate

B659JR

Fairbourne Avenue

B646SD

Manson Drive

B647QA

Blackheath

B647QH

Granville Road

B658BX

Yew Tree Lane

B658BY

Carnegie Road

B659AT

Rowley Village

B659BF

Blackheath

B659PX

Uplands Avenue

B659QR

Hollydale Road

B650JY

Station Road Industrial Estate

B659AX

Birmingham Road

B658AU

The Crescent

B658BA

Central Avenue

B658BN

Alwin Road

B659JJ

Queens Drive

B646RA

Higgs Field Crescent

B646RE

Waterfall Lane

B650DX

High Street

B658BQ

Severn Rise

B659LX

Bell End

B646SF

The Springs

B647QE

Coombe Hill

B647QG

Coombe Hill

B650FF

Blackheath

B650LS

Park Street

B659BQ

Carlyle Road

B650DL

Downing Close

B650DW

Cross Street

B650NX

Oldbury Road

B659NT

Ragley Walk

B659QN

Habberley Road

B659QW

Ruskin Avenue

B646RN

Castle Close

B650DF

The Heathlands

B658DP

Siviters Lane

B658DZ

Ross

B659ND

Belle Vue Road

B659PW

Highbury Close

B650DZ

Short Street

B650HL

Ben Willetts Walk

B650HP

Market Place

B659JN

Buckingham Road

B659PP

Highbury Avenue

B646RB

Higgs Field Crescent

B646SE

Owens Way

B658EG

Glaslyn Avenue

B646RP

Perry Park Road

B647PR

Station Road

B658DW

Ross Heights

B647PT

Station Road

B650EJ

Blackheath

B658BW

Ross

B659QD

Mincing Lane

B650AA

Powke Lane

B659BH

Spring Avenue

B650BY

Walton Avenue

B658DX

Churchill Drive

B647QQ

Granville Road

B650BH

Holly Road

B650DQ

Heath Street

B650LL

Blackheath

B650PP

Oldbury Road

B658DT

Britannia Gardens

B659NR

Chillington Walk

B650LG

Cardale Street

B650LW

Cardale Street

B658AA

Causeway

B658DU

Mountford Close

B659PB

Reservoir Road

B659PU

Uplands Avenue

B659QA

Pear Tree Drive

B659QP

Rowington Avenue

B650FD

Blackheath

B658DL

Ross

Data Sources

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