B42 1BP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Walsall Road, 0.9km from Perry Barr in Birmingham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Perry Barr ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.
Day-to-day life in B42 1BP has the character of a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for B42 1BP are sourced from Output Area E00046870 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WALSALL ROAD, B42 1BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WALSALL ROAD, B42 1BP.
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£ 32,700 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B42 1BP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 37, B42 1BP has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B42 1BP. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B42 1BP is moderate at 56 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Prince Albert High School
Eden Boys' School, Birmingham
Broadway Academy
Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth)
Canterbury Cross Primary School
Greenholm Primary School
Cherry Orchard Primary School
Dorrington Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
25 nearby- Baker Cafe0.9 km
- Burger King0.8 km
- Siemens Vdo Automotive Ltd0.8 km
- West Midlands Travel The Food Stop0.8 km
- Birchfield Harriers0.9 km
- + 20 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Asda Stores Ltd0.6 km
- Iceland Foods Plc0.8 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.7 km
- MB Metro0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Dixy0.7 km
- The Chive0.7 km
- Smashed burg420.5 km
- Jade Garden Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
- Shanghai Express1.0 km
- + 7 more
Retailers - Other
38 nearby- Boots The Chemists Ltd0.8 km
- Post Office1.0 km
- Post Office Counters Ltd0.3 km
- Centresoft Ltd0.9 km
- African Conection0.8 km
- + 33 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Park Hotel0.3 km
- Travelodge Perry Barr0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Tennis Court0.3 km
- The Arthur Robertson0.8 km
- Aston Manor Cricket And Lucas Sports Club0.4 km
- Church Tavern0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Perry Barr0.8 km
- Witton1.8 km
- Hamstead2.0 km
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Postcode Profile: B421BP · Data under Open Government Licence