Powke Lane is in Rowley Regis and in Sandwell district. B65 0AG is located in the Blackheath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halesowen and Rowley Regis. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Powke Lane, Rowley Regis, B65 0AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B65 0AE, B64 6RB, B65 8BX, B65 0AQ, B64 6RA, B65 8BP, B64 6SQ, B65 0AD, B64 6SG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B65 0AG has a slightly higher male population, with 53% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 47% | -5.0% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 48% | 53% | 5.0% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of B65 0AG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.9% | 19.3% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -18.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.2% | 67.9% | 5.7% | 44.2% | 23.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 9% | 5.8% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 6.2% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.3% | 39.8% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 38.8% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 14.6% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 6.2% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27% | 22.4% | -4.6% | 18.2% | 4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 10.7% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 12.9% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.6% | 8.5% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 18% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.9% | 24.3% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 5.8% | 3.3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 6.8% | 4.3% | -2.5% | 3.1% | 1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 89.5% | 88.6% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 7.2% |
In this area, 95.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.7% | 95.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 95.1% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.6% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.3% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.8% | 37.2% | -6.4% |
| Christian | 56.4% | 46.2% | 10.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Sikh | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Powke Lane was 10.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.3% lower than the Blackheath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Powke Lane has the lowest crime rate of 101 local areas in Blackheath and the 12th lowest crime rate of 954 local areas in Sandwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -85.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 Powke Lane, Rowley Regis, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-02-14 | £237,026 |
| 70 Powke Lane, Rowley Regis, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2023-09-06 | £196,669 |
| 58 Powke Lane, Rowley Regis, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2022-02-18 | £332,285 |
| 65 Powke Lane, Rowley Regis, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-06-25 | £230,812 |
| 67 Powke Lane, Rowley Regis, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,500 | 2021-04-01 | £235,339 |
B65 0AG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in B65 0AG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 96 |
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherton Park Nursery School Netherton Park , Netherton DY2 9QF | 4out of 4 | 2,732 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Meadow Primary School Wrights Lane , B64 6RH | 3out of 4 | 718 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brickhouse Primary School Dudhill Road , B65 8HS | 3out of 4 | 804 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfields Primary School Beeches Road , B65 0DA | 3out of 4 | 957 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Hill Primary School Lawrence Lane , B64 6DR | 3out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddal Hill Primary School Trinity Street , B64 6HT | 3out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Forge Academy Wrights Lane , B64 6QU | 3out of 4 | 686 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's CE High School Curral Road , B65 9AN | 3out of 4 | 871 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leasowes High School Kent Road , B62 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 2,930 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Earls High School Furnace Lane , B63 3SL | 4out of 4 | 3,011 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Link Academy Simms Lane , Netherton DY2 0PB | 1out of 4 | 3,139 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halesowen College Whittingham Road , B63 3NA | - not rated | 2,566 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dudley College of Technology The Broadway , DY1 4AS | - not rated | 5,007 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Westminster School Hawes Lane , B65 9AL | 4out of 4 | 923 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Primrose Centre Throne Road , B65 9JP | 3out of 4 | 2,089 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halesbury School Feldon Lane , B62 9DR | 3out of 4 | 2,261 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Khair Primary School 61/63 Oak Way Green , Off Causeway Green Road B68 8LR | - not rated | 3,269 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchard School Causeway Green Road , B68 8LD | 4out of 4 | 3,416 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rowley Coffee Pot | Rowley Regis Community Hospital, Moor Lane | 435 yd | |
| Black Jacks Desserts | 59 High Street | 598 yd | |
| Bake "n" Butty | 19-24 Garratts Lane | 640 yd | |
| Sugar Me Up | 42 High Street | 734 yd | |
| Cheswicks Coffee Shop | 51-53 Bassano Road | 873 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Bush Revived | The Old Bush Revived, 44 Powke Lane | 185 yd | |
| The Waterfall | The Waterfall, 132 Waterfall Lane | 310 yd | |
| The Malt Shovel | Malt Shovel, 61 High Street | 589 yd | |
| The Knights Quest | 126 High Street | 624 yd | |
| The Crown Inn | Crown Inn, 97 Station Road | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Fish Bar | 161 Ross | 445 yd | |
| Miah Tandoori | 58 High Street | 588 yd | |
| Star Fish and Chips | 53 High Street | 588 yd | |
| Wing Wah | 129 High Street | 667 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 42 High Street | 734 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 26 Rowley Village | 883 yd | |
| Heron Foods Limited | 168-169 High Street | 894 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Limited | 179-180 High Street | 951 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Halesowen Street | 989 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Britannia Park SIVITERS CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 700 yd |
| Ormiston Forge Academy Main Site WRIGHTS LANE | artificial grass pitch | 786 yd |
| Rowley Regis Learning Campus CURRAL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 937 yd |
| Brickhouse Farm HARVEST WALK | grass pitches | 1,066 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.