Thorne Place is in Rowley Regis and in Sandwell district. B65 9AD is located in the Blackheath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halesowen and Rowley Regis. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thorne Place, Rowley Regis, B65 9AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B65 9ND, B65 9BL, B65 9AX, B65 8AP, B65 9NE, B65 8AY, B65 9HH, B65 9BQ, B65 8AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B65 9AD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.4% | 54.8% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 3.8% |
| Male | 42.6% | 45.2% | 2.6% | 49.0% | -3.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around B65 9AD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 41.8% | 43.1% | 1.3% | 37.9% | 5.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.7% | 37.3% | 4.6% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 10% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 12% | 8.6% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 41.1% | 41.8% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 31.1% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 16.5% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 6.6% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 4% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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.
In the area around B65 9AD this area, 33.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 12.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.6% | 33.6% | -15.0% | 18.2% | 15.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 12.8% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 12.8% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 4.3% | 3.3% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 21.3% | 10.7% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.2% | 12.8% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -21.0% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 90% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 90.7% | 90% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 8.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 98.5% | 91.5% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 4.8% | 3.7% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 91.5% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.2% | 76.7% | -16.5% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 34.6% | 13.5% | 21.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.9% | 37.2% | 8.7% |
| Christian | 38.9% | 46.2% | -7.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 5.9% | 6.5% | -0.6% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thorne Place was 73.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.5% lower than the Blackheath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thorne Place has the 49th lowest crime rate of 100 local areas in Blackheath and the 472nd lowest crime rate of 952 local areas in Sandwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Thorne Place, Rowley Regis, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £12,613 | 1995-03-14 | £56,646 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cradley Heath Nursery School Graingers Lane , B64 6AH | - not rated | 3,347 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherton Park Nursery School Netherton Park , Netherton DY2 9QF | 4out of 4 | 3,412 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackheath Primary School Blackheath Primary School Britannia Road , B65 9NF | 3out of 4 | 182 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackheath Junior School Powke Lane , B65 0AB | - not rated | 645 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackheath Infant and Nursery School Powke Lane , B65 0AB | - not rated | 645 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfields Primary School Beeches Road , B65 0DA | 3out of 4 | 990 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holt Farm Primary School Holt Road , B62 9HG | - not rated | 1,045 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherton CofE Middle School Church Road , Netherton DY2 0LY | - not rated | 3,494 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Britannia High School Britannia Road , B65 9NF | - not rated | 215 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School Curral Road , B65 9AN | 3out of 4 | 768 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Heathfield Foundation Technology College Wrights Lane , B64 6QU | - not rated | 1,675 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Forge Academy Wrights Lane , B64 6QU | 3out of 4 | 1,714 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldbury Academy Pound Road , B68 8NE | 3out of 4 | 2,252 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowley Regis College Hawes Lane , B65 9AH | - not rated | 982 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halesowen College Whittingham Road , B63 3NA | - not rated | 2,899 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dudley College of Technology The Broadway , DY1 4AS | - not rated | 5,322 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 | 3out of 4 | 953 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Primrose Centre Throne Road , B65 9JP | 3out of 4 | 1,203 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchley Pupil Referral Unit Throne Road , B65 9JP | - not rated | 1,269 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchley School Throne Road , B65 9JP | - not rated | 1,269 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombswood Special School Laborem Place , B62 8BH | - not rated | 1,499 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wendy's Salt and Pepper Pot | 72a Birmingham Road | 389 yd | |
| KT Fish Bar | 35 Bell End | 429 yd | |
| Quick Coffee Break | 173 High Street | 458 yd | |
| Cheswicks Coffee Shop | 51-53 Bassano Road | 489 yd | |
| The Vine (Kitchen) | The Vine Inn, 11 High Street | 490 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, 18 Rowley Village | 287 yd | |
| Sir Robert Peel | Sir Robert Peel, Rowley Village | 287 yd | |
| Shoulder of Mutton | Shoulder Of Mutton, 66 Birmingham Road | 389 yd | |
| The New Inn | New Inn, 90 Oldbury Road | 446 yd | |
| The Vine Inn | The Vine Inn, 11 High Street | 490 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Food Paradise Chinese Takeaway | 25 Rowley Village | 287 yd | |
| The Village Chippy | 37 Rowley Village | 402 yd | |
| New Kung Fu Kitchen | 66 Oldbury Road | 408 yd | |
| Cetin Turkish Kebab House | 62 Oldbury Road | 409 yd | |
| Smash Bros Grill & Desserts | 14 Oldbury Road | 446 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 26 Rowley Village | 287 yd | |
| Lidl UK GmbH | Oldbury Road | 444 yd | |
| Heron Foods Limited | 168-169 High Street | 454 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Limited | 179-180 High Street | 458 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Halesowen Street | 546 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blackheath Primary School BLACKHEATH PRIMARY SCHOOL BLACKHEATH PRIMARY SCHOOL BRITANNIA ROAD | grass pitches | 259 yd |
| Britannia High School (Closed) Britannia Road | grass pitches | 272 yd |
| Britannia Park SIVITERS CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 315 yd |
| Base Gym (Closed) OLDBURY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 415 yd |
| St Pauls Drive Open Space ST. PAULS DRIVE | grass pitches | 770 yd |
| Pro-Fitness NIMMINGS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 879 yd |
| Rowley Regis Learning Campus CURRAL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 952 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.