Joseph Street is in Oldbury and in Sandwell district. B69 2AQ is located in the Oldbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Bromwich West. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Joseph Street, Oldbury, B69 2AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B69 2AZ, B69 2AY, B69 2AG, B69 2BD, B69 2AX, B69 2BA, B69 2JW, B69 2JN, B69 2JG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B69 2AQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 49.1% | 49.3% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 50.9% | 50.7% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.5% | 36.8% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48% | 42.5% | -5.5% | 44.2% | -1.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 10% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 29.8% | 49.1% | 19.3% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 44.2% | 31% | -13.2% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 20.5% | 16.1% | -4.4% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 B69 2AQ this area, 28.6% 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 17.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.1% | 28.6% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 12.2% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 14.1% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4.2% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 15.6% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.5% | 17.6% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -16.2% |
| Other | 4.7% | 7.6% | 2.9% | 2.8% | 4.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 59.1% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 5.8% | 12.4% | 6.6% | 3.1% | 9.3% |
| Pakistani | 6.1% | 6.3% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 3.6% |
| Other Asian | 3.8% | 3.2% | -0.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 11.3% | 9.2% | -2.1% | 1.0% | 8.2% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 68.2% | 59.1% | -9.1% | 81.4% | -22.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 80.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 80.9% | -7.8% | 83.2% | -2.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.2% | 11% | 3.8% | 5.6% | 5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.6% | 3.2% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.7% | 80.9% | -7.8% | 83.2% | -2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 12.7% | 12.1% | 9.8% | 2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.5% | 2.3% | -5.2% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.5% | 76.7% | -5.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 4.6% | 1.2% | 3.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.4% | 37.2% | -11.8% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 6.6% | 6.5% | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 12.5% | 0.9% | 11.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Joseph Street was 354.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 210.3% higher than the Oldbury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Joseph Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Oldbury and the 31st highest crime rate of 954 local areas in Sandwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 146.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| One & Two Halves Joseph Street, Oldbury, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £2,479,627 | 2017-12-11 | £3,334,671 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 4,207 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James CofE Primary School Wolverley Crescent , B69 1BG | 3out of 4 | 753 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Primary School Titford Road , B69 4QB | 3out of 4 | 839 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rounds Green Primary School Brades Road , B69 2DP | - not rated | 907 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rounds Green Primary School Brades Road , B69 2DP | 2out of 4 | 907 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Albert Street , B69 4DE | 3out of 4 | 1,327 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy Lower City Road , B69 2HE | 3out of 4 | 2,055 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Q3 Academy Langley Moat Road , B68 8ED | 3out of 4 | 2,166 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldbury Academy Pound Road , B68 8NE | 2out of 4 | 2,190 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Bromwich Collegiate Academy Kelvin Way , B70 7LE | - not rated | 2,277 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's CE High School Curral Road , B65 9AN | 3out of 4 | 2,297 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandwell College 1 Spon Lane , B70 6AW | - not rated | 3,346 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dudley College of Technology The Broadway , DY1 4AS | - not rated | 4,919 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halesowen College Whittingham Road , B63 3NA | - not rated | 5,180 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Primrose Centre Throne Road , B65 9JP | 3out of 4 | 1,130 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 | 1,369 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchard School Causeway Green Road , B68 8LD | 4out of 4 | 1,468 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows School The Meadows School, Dudley Road East , Sandwell B69 3BU | 3out of 4 | 1,927 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westminster School Hawes Lane , B65 9AL | 4out of 4 | 2,334 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baxterstorey Ltd | Swallowfield One, Wolverhampton Road | 176 yd | |
| Cafe Pausa | 2 Birchley Industrial Estate, Birchfield Lane | 362 yd | |
| The Pit Stop | 100 Churchbridge | 474 yd | |
| Customer Cafe | Asda, Wolverhampton Road | 527 yd | |
| Flip Out Sandwell | Unit 1 Churchbridge Industrial Estate | 533 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Penny Farm | Joseph Street | 1 yd | |
| MS Bar & Grill | Churchbridge, Park Street | 353 yd | |
| The Stores Bar & Grill - Pub Kitchen | Churchbridge Road | 370 yd | |
| The Stores Bar & Grill - Wet Sales Pub | Churchbridge Road | 370 yd | |
| The Coal Shed | The Model Inn, 2 Titford Road | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peters Huts | Granda Trading Estate | 538 yd | |
| Lion Farm Fish & Chips | 11 Hartlebury Road | 859 yd | |
| KFC | Lakeside, Wolverhampton Road | 896 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants | 81 Halesowen Street | 919 yd | |
| Rose's Fish Bar | 3 Langley High Street | 926 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Unit 1 Birchley Island Retail Park | 479 yd | |
| Asda Stores Limited | Asda, Wolverhampton Road | 527 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Wolverhampton Road | 595 yd | |
| Budgens | 309 Oldbury Road | 1,078 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Energie Fitness (Oldbury) WOLVERHAMPTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 539 yd |
| Lion Farm Playing Fields BRUNEL ROAD | grass pitches | 596 yd |
| Oldbury Leisure Centre (Closed) Newbury Lane | athletics tracks, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 613 yd |
| Portway Lifestyle Centre NEWBURY LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 655 yd |
| Langley Primary School TITFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| Rounds Green Primary School BRADES ROAD | grass pitches | 983 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.