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Detailed analysis on Sandwell's 24 wards

Sandwell in Brief:

Sandwell
  • About Sandwell: Sandwell is a Metropolitan Borough which was formed in 1974, and is one of seven authorities that makes up the West Midlands conurbation.
  • Population: 291,000 (June 2009 estimate).
  • Ethnicity: 23% of the population are from black and minority ethnic groups.
  • Health: Life expectancy is 74.2 years for men and 80.0 for women.
  • Unemployment: 6.6% of the working age population claim Job Seekers Allowance.
  • Housing: Approximately 126,000 dwellings (March 2009).
  • Environment: Area of 8,600ha, of which 15.2% is parks or open space.
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