Junction Street South is in Oldbury and in Sandwell district. B69 4TA is located in the Langley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Junction Street South, Oldbury, B69 4TA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B69 4ST, B69 4SR, B69 4SX, B69 4SU, B69 4SS, B69 4SN, B69 4QA, B69 4QD, B69 4SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B69 4TA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51.7% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48.3% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 33.5% | 35.2% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 40.9% | -4.6% | 44.2% | -3.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 4.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 9% | 10.9% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 7.4% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 38.4% | 44.9% | 6.5% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 34.5% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 12.9% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 5.6% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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.
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 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.8% | 25.5% | -2.3% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 11.3% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.8% | 17.7% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4.3% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 15.6% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 21.6% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 6.4% | 3.9% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 66.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 12.5% | 13.3% | 0.8% | 3.1% | 10.2% |
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 4.2% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 4.9% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 4.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 77.2% | 66.7% | -10.5% | 81.4% | -14.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 82.5% 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 | 87.8% | 82.5% | -5.3% | 83.2% | -0.7% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.2% | 12.2% | 5.0% | 5.6% | 6.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.5% | 82.2% | -5.3% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 8% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 5.2% | 3.9% | 2.9% | 2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 2.1% | -5.1% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.5% | 76.7% | -2.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 5.6% | 1.2% | 4.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 41.8% | 46.2% | -4.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 7.4% | 1.7% | 5.7% |
| Muslim | 6.3% | 6.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 4.2% | 0.9% | 3.3% |
| Other religion | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Not answered | 1.4% | 6.0% | -4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Junction Street South was 117.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.5% higher than the Bristnall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Junction Street South has the 21st highest crime rate of 72 local areas in Bristnall and the 260th highest crime rate of 954 local areas in Sandwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 119.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Junction Street South, Oldbury, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2020-02-28 | £252,267 |
| 1 Junction Street South, Oldbury, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £59,950 | 2000-08-03 | £236,341 |
B69 4TA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 4,903 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langley Primary School Titford Road , B69 4QB | 3out of 4 | 145 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Causeway Green Primary School Penncricket Lane , B68 8LX | 3out of 4 | 1,169 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Hubert's Catholic Primary School Moat Road , B68 8ED | 4out of 4 | 1,224 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rood End Primary School Rood End Road , B68 8SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,253 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James CofE Primary School Wolverley Crescent , B69 1BG | 3out of 4 | 1,287 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 Academy Langley Moat Road , B68 8ED | 3out of 4 | 1,215 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldbury Academy Pound Road , B68 8NE | 2out of 4 | 1,316 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristnall Hall Academy Bristnall Hall Lane , B68 9PA | 3out of 4 | 1,715 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly Lodge High School College of Science Holly Lane , B67 7JG | 3out of 4 | 2,167 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Bromwich Collegiate Academy Kelvin Way , B70 7LE | - not rated | 2,452 yd | Free schools | 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 | 3,418 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halesowen College Whittingham Road , B63 3NA | - not rated | 4,929 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Khair Primary School 61/63 Oak Way Green , Off Causeway Green Road B68 8LR | - not rated | 443 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchard School Causeway Green Road , B68 8LD | 4out of 4 | 514 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Primrose Centre Throne Road , B65 9JP | 3out of 4 | 1,254 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westminster School Hawes Lane , B65 9AL | 4out of 4 | 2,698 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows School The Meadows School, Dudley Road East , Sandwell B69 3BU | 3out of 4 | 2,764 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Fusion inside Spice Box Indian Curry & Grill | 31 Langley High Street | 118 yd | |
| The Tea Pot Cafe | 13 Langley High Street | 118 yd | |
| Sycamore Lodge | Sycamore Lodge, Clay Lane | 271 yd | |
| Options for Life | Oak Green Way | 284 yd | |
| Customer Cafe | Asda, Wolverhampton Road | 433 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crosswells Inn | Whyley Walk | 255 yd | |
| Solvay Function Suite /Recreational Centre | Station Road | 283 yd | |
| The Coal Shed | The Model Inn, 2 Titford Road | 295 yd | |
| The New Navigation | New Navigation, Titford Road | 299 yd | |
| The Old Cross | The Old Cross, Causeway Green Road | 403 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mozalicious | 15 Langley High Street | 118 yd | |
| Spice Box Indian Curry & Grill | 31 Langley High Street | 118 yd | |
| Hot Wok | 17 Langley High Street | 118 yd | |
| Rose's Fish Bar | 3 Langley High Street | 118 yd | |
| Causeway German Doner | 5 Causeway Green Road | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Limited | Asda, Wolverhampton Road | 433 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Wolverhampton Road | 580 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit 1 Birchley Island Retail Park | 724 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Langley Primary School TITFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 230 yd |
| Energie Fitness (Oldbury) WOLVERHAMPTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 622 yd |
| Warley Rfc TAT BANK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 746 yd |
| Barnford Park MOAT ROAD | grass pitches | 867 yd |
| Langley Swimming Centre LANGLEY HEALTH AND FITNESS SUITE LANGLEY HEALTH AND FITNESS SUITE VICARAGE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 898 yd |
| Q3 Academy Moat Road | grass pitches | 1,022 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.