Charles Avenue is in Rowley Regis and in Sandwell district. B65 9EF is located in the Rowley 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 Charles Avenue, Rowley Regis, B65 9EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B65 9HS, B65 9HU, B65 9ED, B65 9EH, B65 9HX, B65 9JB, B65 9HZ, B65 9DZ, B65 9EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B65 9EF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.4% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.6% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 9EF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.6% 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 | 42.6% | 50.6% | 8.0% | 37.9% | 12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 30.4% | -9.7% | 44.2% | -13.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 11.1% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 3.6% | -3.2% | 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 | 41.9% | 46.3% | 4.4% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 32% | 30.7% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 15% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 6.1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 9EF this area, 34.8% 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 13.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.9% | 34.8% | -9.1% | 18.2% | 16.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 12.3% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 16.6% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.2% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 16.6% | 6.9% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.5% | 13.8% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -20.0% |
| Other | 6.3% | 2.8% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3% | 8% | 5.0% | 0.9% | 7.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.7% | 82.5% | -9.2% | 81.4% | 1.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 96.7% | 94.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 94.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.3% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64% | 76.7% | -12.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 33% | 13.5% | 19.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.2% | 37.2% | 11.0% |
| Christian | 41.4% | 46.2% | -4.8% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Charles Avenue was 72.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.4% lower than the Blackheath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Charles Avenue has the 50th highest crime rate of 101 local areas in Blackheath and the 458th lowest crime rate of 954 local areas in Sandwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Charles Avenue, Rowley Regis, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-11-22 | £208,294 |
| 7 Charles Avenue, Rowley Regis, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2020-02-27 | £199,136 |
| 35 Charles Avenue, Rowley Regis, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £63,750 | 2019-08-09 | £90,168 |
| 37 Charles Avenue, Rowley Regis, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2018-02-09 | £155,464 |
| 29 Charles Avenue, Rowley Regis, West Midlands Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £115,000 | 2006-03-10 | £220,173 |
The percentage of student residents living in B65 9EF area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherton Park Nursery School Netherton Park , Netherton DY2 9QF | 4out of 4 | 2,829 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowley Hall Primary School Windsor Road , Sandwell B65 9HU | 2out of 4 | 263 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James CofE Primary School Wolverley Crescent , B69 1BG | 3out of 4 | 863 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield Primary School Dudley Road , B65 8JY | 3out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackheath Primary School Blackheath Primary School Britannia Road , B65 9NF | 3out of 4 | 1,276 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brickhouse Primary School Dudhill Road , B65 8HS | 3out of 4 | 1,306 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's CE High School Curral Road , B65 9AN | 3out of 4 | 800 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Forge Academy Wrights Lane , B64 6QU | 3out of 4 | 2,179 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy Lower City Road , B69 2HE | 3out of 4 | 2,490 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldbury Academy Pound Road , B68 8NE | 2out of 4 | 2,704 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Q3 Academy Langley Moat Road , B68 8ED | 3out of 4 | 3,158 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halesowen College Whittingham Road , B63 3NA | - not rated | 4,063 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dudley College of Technology The Broadway , DY1 4AS | - not rated | 4,256 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandwell College 1 Spon Lane , B70 6AW | - not rated | 4,900 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 | 779 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Primrose Centre Throne Road , B65 9JP | 3out of 4 | 929 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Khair Primary School 61/63 Oak Way Green , Off Causeway Green Road B68 8LR | - not rated | 2,270 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchard School Causeway Green Road , B68 8LD | 4out of 4 | 2,423 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows School The Meadows School, Dudley Road East , Sandwell B69 3BU | 3out of 4 | 2,836 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amma’s Cafe | 7 Portway Road | 502 yd | |
| Rowley Village Tandoori | 10 Portway Road | 502 yd | |
| The Fourways | Four Ways Inn, Portway Hill | 628 yd | |
| Delish Delights | 15 Hartlebury Road | 757 yd | |
| KT Fish Bar | 35 Bell End | 846 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tippity Green Gold Club Limited | Sandwell Pines Golf Centre, Tippity Green | 616 yd | |
| Rowley Bar & Grill | Rowley Bar And Grill, 47 Hawes Lane | 722 yd | |
| The Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, 18 Rowley Village | 960 yd | |
| Sir Robert Peel | Sir Robert Peel, Rowley Village | 960 yd | |
| Springfield Social Club | Springfield Working Mens Club, 198 Dudley Road | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Chicken Express | 73 Hanover Road | 81 yd | |
| Pizza Delicious | 61 Hanover Road | 81 yd | |
| New Kitchen | 69 Hanover Road | 83 yd | |
| Good View Chinese Takeaway | 12 Portway Road | 502 yd | |
| Portway Fish Bar | 13 Portway Road | 502 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 26 Rowley Village | 960 yd | |
| Budgens | 309 Oldbury Road | 1,004 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rowley Golf Club TIPPITY GREEN | golf | 391 yd |
| Rowley Regis Learning Campus CURRAL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 822 yd |
| Lion Farm Playing Fields BRUNEL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,055 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 156.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.