B42 1BX is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km 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.
This is the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for B42 1BX are sourced from Output Area E00046865 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B42 1BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B42 1BX.
390
38
£ 41,600 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
B42 1BX has a highly multicultural community character — 48% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B42 1BX. The average age is 37.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B42 1BX has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Dorrington Academy
Perry Beeches Nursery School
Cherry Orchard Primary School
Beeches Infant School
Beeches Junior School
Arena Academy
Priestley Smith School
Prince Albert High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Best One0.8 km
- Great Barr Butchers Ltd0.8 km
- The Co Operative Pharmacy0.9 km
- Great Barr Swimming Baths0.9 km
- Greggs0.8 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Jade Garden Chinese Takeaway0.1 km
- Shanghai Express0.1 km
- Golden Hill Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
- Bays Fish Bar0.7 km
- Marcos Fish & Chip Shop0.7 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Back Straight Stand Alexander Stadium0.4 km
- Caspian Pizza0.8 km
- The Beeches0.9 km
- Badshah Palace Restaurant0.7 km
- Birchfield Harriers0.4 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Tennis Court0.6 km
- Aston Manor Cricket And Lucas Sports Club0.9 km
- Church Tavern0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Midlands Co-Op0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hamstead1.2 km
- Perry Barr1.5 km
- Witton2.7 km
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Postcode Profile: B421BX · Data under Open Government Licence