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32,050
Population
12,543
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£40,588
Avg. household income
797
Businesses
3,153
People per km²
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About Balls Hill

Balls Hill is a residential area located in the West Midlands, within the county of England. It falls within the B71 postcode area and is part of the wider urban landscape of the region. The area is primarily made up of housing developments, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes, and is situated close to local amenities including shops, schools, and public transport links. The surrounding neighbourhood offers easy access to nearby towns and cities, making it a convenient location for commuters. While not a large settlement in its own right, Balls Hill contributes to the character of the local community with its established residential streets and community facilities. The area is known for its quiet, family-friendly environment and is well integrated into the broader network of local services and infrastructure.

School Ratings in Balls Hill

Families in Balls Hill have access to 383 local schools. Hargate Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Balls Hill

Homes sell for an average of £191K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £199K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Balls Hill

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Balls Hill, with 85 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Balls Hill

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Balls Hill within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Healthcare in Balls Hill

There are 82 GP surgeries within three miles of Balls Hill, the nearest being New Street Surgery (0.2 miles away).

Local Data for Balls Hill

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Property Prices 2,893 sales

Average Price £191K
£300 , £2.61M
Detached £310K 335
Semi £199K 1,424
Terraced £170K 681
Flat £81K 382

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

216 Primary
53 Secondary
114 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 8

Ofsted ratings for schools in the B71 postcode area.

Bright Futures Sure Start Children's Centre 0.2 miles Hateley Heath Academy Primary Good 0.2 miles St John Bosco Catholic Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Moorlands Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles The Phoenix Collegiate Secondary 0.5 miles Harvills Hawthorn Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Wodensborough Ormiston Academy Secondary 0.7 miles Sandwell Community School Not applicable Good 0.8 miles Hall Green Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles All Saints CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles St John's Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles George Salter Academy Secondary Good 0.9 miles

Household Income in Balls Hill ONS 2023

The average total household income in Balls Hill is approximately £40,588 a year before tax, 27% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,870. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Balls Hill £40,588
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £31,870.

Businesses in Balls Hill ONS 2025

There are approximately 797 active businesses based in Balls Hill, around 25 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 8 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

797 Total businesses
25 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 2%

Deprivation and Employment in Balls Hill IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Balls Hill experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 64%
Older 65+ 16%
6,489 Children (0-15) 20%
20,393 Working Age 64%
5,145 Older (65+) 16%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 51.9% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 31% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Balls Hill 822 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Balls Hill are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 372
Criminal Damage & Arson 85
Shoplifting 67
Other Theft 66
Vehicle Crime 61
Public Order 44
Other Crime 26
Burglary 25
Drugs 24
Weapons 17
Robbery 16
Anti-Social Behaviour 10
Theft from Person 8
Bicycle Theft 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Sandwell And Dudley Train Station 2.1 miles
Tipton Train Station 2.5 miles
Smethwick Galton Bridge Train Station 2.8 miles
The Hawthorns Train Station 3 miles
Langley Green Train Station 3.2 miles
Coseley Train Station 3.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hill Top 0 yards Hateley Heath 0.6 miles Golds Green 0.6 miles Harvills Hawthorn 0.6 miles Black Lake 0.6 miles Mesty Croft 0.6 miles West Bromwich 0.6 miles Hall Green 0.9 miles Stone Cross 0.9 miles Friar Park 0.9 miles Swan Village 0.9 miles Charlemont 1.2 miles

Local Government

District Sandwell
Ward Charlemont with Grove Vale
Constituency West Bromwich East
Parish Sandwell, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Balls Hill

Of the 12,525 households in and around Balls Hill, 53% are owned, 29% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 53% Social rented 29% Private rented 18%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Balls Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions about Balls Hill

What is the population of Balls Hill?
Balls Hill has a population of approximately 32,050 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Balls Hill?
The average property in and around Balls Hill sold for about £191,222, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 45% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Balls Hill a deprived area?
Balls Hill sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Balls Hill?
Balls Hill is covered by the B71 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Balls Hill?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Balls Hill, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Balls Hill?
The nearest railway station to Balls Hill is Sandwell And Dudley Train Station, about 2.1 miles away.

Streets in B71 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Close 1 Albion Field Drive 1 Albion Road 4 Alexandra Crescent 2 All Saints Way 9 Allerton Lane 4 Alton Grove 1 Amphion Mews 1 Andrew Road 4 Angus Close 1 Arbor Court 1 Arlington Road 2 Ash Drive 1 Austen Walk 1 Bank Street 3 Bassett Crescent 2 Beaconsfield Street 3 Beaconview Road 17 Bedford Road 3 Belvedere Close 1 Berkshire Close 1 Bernard Street 1 Beverley Road 7 Bexley Grove 1 Bird End 1 Birmingham Road 5 Blencathra Drive 2 Bowfell Way 1 Brecknock Road 1 Brett Street 2

Postcodes in B71 50 shown View all postcodes

B71 1AA B71 1AB B71 1AD B71 1AE B71 1AF B71 1AG B71 1AH B71 1AJ B71 1AL B71 1AN B71 1AP B71 1AQ B71 1AR B71 1AS B71 1AT B71 1AU B71 1AW B71 1AX B71 1AY B71 1AZ B71 1BA B71 1BB B71 1BD B71 1BE B71 1BF B71 1BG B71 1BH B71 1BJ B71 1BP B71 1BQ B71 1BS B71 1BT B71 1BU B71 1BW B71 1BX B71 1BY B71 1BZ B71 1DA B71 1DB B71 1DD B71 1DE B71 1DF B71 1DG B71 1DH B71 1DL B71 1DN B71 1DP B71 1DQ B71 1DR B71 1DS