About Rood End

Rood End is a residential area located in the West Midlands, England, within the postcode area B68. It is situated close to the town of Oldbury and offers a mix of housing options, primarily consisting of semi-detached and terraced homes. The area is served by local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a practical choice for families and individuals alike. Transport links in Rood End are convenient, with access to nearby bus routes and the Sandwell and Dudley railway station not far away. This allows residents to travel easily to surrounding towns and cities. The proximity to the M5 motorway also provides quick access to Birmingham and other destinations in the West Midlands, enhancing the appeal of this area for commuters.

School Ratings in Rood End

There are 398 schools in and around Rood End. Bristnall Hall Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Rood End

The average property price is £196K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £204K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Rood End

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Vehicle crime is prevalent across Rood End, with 82 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Rood End

Rood End sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Rood End

Broadband speeds in Rood End are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,172 sales

Average Price £196K
£1K — £1.3M
Detached £300K 253
Semi £204K 1,553
Terraced £171K 1,083
Flat £95K 217

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

211 Primary
63 Secondary
124 Other
Rood End Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Oldbury Sure Start Children's Centre 0.3 miles Holly Lodge High School College of Science Secondary Good 0.4 miles George Betts Primary Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Devonshire Junior Academy Primary 0.6 miles Devonshire Infant Academy Primary 0.6 miles Moat Farm Junior School Primary 0.7 miles Moat Farm Infant School Primary 0.7 miles Q3 Academy Langley Secondary Good 0.7 miles Our Lady and St Hubert's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Bristnall Hall Academy Secondary Outstanding 0.8 miles Al Khair Primary School Good 0.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Rood End IMD 2025

Rood End sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
3/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
10,049 Children (0-15) 21%
29,665 Working Age 62%
10,168 Older (60+) 21%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 48.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.4% 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 Rood End 806 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Rood End sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

369 Violence & Sexual Offences
82 Vehicle Crime
63 Other Theft
59 Burglary
54 Criminal Damage & Arson
52 Shoplifting
30 Public Order
29 Drugs
19 Anti-Social Behaviour
16 Weapons
13 Other Crime
12 Robbery
4 Bicycle Theft
4 Theft from Person
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

Langley Green Train Station 0.5 miles
Smethwick Galton Bridge Train Station 0.8 miles
Smethwick Rolfe Street Train Station 1 miles
Sandwell And Dudley Train Station 1.2 miles
The Hawthorns Train Station 1.4 miles
Rowley Regis Train Station 2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Langley 0.6 miles Londonderry 0.6 miles Langley Green 0.9 miles Causeway Green 0.9 miles Tat Bank 0.9 miles Oldbury 1.2 miles Sandwell 1.4 miles Smethwick 1.4 miles Round's Green 1.4 miles Warley Woods 1.4 miles Bristnall Fields 1.4 miles Bearwood 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Sandwell
Ward Old Warley
Constituency Warley
Parish Sandwell, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Streets in B68 30 shown View all streets

Abberley Road 2 Abbey Crescent 4 Albert Road 1 Albright Road 2 Aldridge Close 1 Aldridge Road 1 Apollo Road 2 Apsley Close 1 Apsley Road 5 Archer Close 1 Ashes Road 1 Avery Myers Close 1 Aziz Isaac Close 1 Barker Street 3 Barlow Close 1 Barnford Crescent 2 Barnfordhill Close 1 Barrs Street 1 Barston Road 3 Basons Lane 6 Beeches Road 1 Bell Fold 1 Bernard Road 2 Birch Grove 2 Birch Lane 1 Birch Road 3 Birch Street 2 Bleakhouse Road 5 Bloxcidge Street 1 Bodenham Road 2

Postcodes in B68 50 shown View all postcodes

B68 0AA B68 0AG B68 0AH B68 0AJ B68 0AL B68 0AN B68 0AP B68 0AQ B68 0AR B68 0AS B68 0AT B68 0AU B68 0AW B68 0AX B68 0AY B68 0AZ B68 0BA B68 0BB B68 0BD B68 0BE B68 0BG B68 0BH B68 0BJ B68 0BL B68 0BQ B68 0BS B68 0BU B68 0BZ B68 0DA B68 0DB B68 0DD B68 0DE B68 0DF B68 0DG B68 0DH B68 0DJ B68 0DL B68 0DP B68 0DQ B68 0DU B68 0DY B68 0DZ B68 0EA B68 0EB B68 0ED B68 0EE B68 0EF B68 0EG B68 0EH B68 0EJ