B42 1DB is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Perry Barr in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Perry Barr ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 63% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for B42 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00046863 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B42 1DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B42 1DB.
274
36
£ 41,600 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B42 1DB 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
Cultural diversity defines B42 1DB — 63% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. 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 1DB. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B42 1DB has low crime rates — 20 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
Cherry Orchard Primary School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
St Mark's Catholic Primary School
Grestone Academy
Hamstead Hall Academy
King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Beaufort Arms0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Marie's Cafe0.6 km
- Dessert Hut0.9 km
- Badshah Palace Restaurant0.8 km
- Kays Food Services1.0 km
- Sangam 20.8 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Midlands Co-Op0.9 km
- Lidl UK GmbH0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Pizza Expert0.5 km
- Hamstead Fish Bar0.9 km
- Marcos Fish & Chip Shop0.8 km
- Peri Peri Pepper0.9 km
- Take a Bite0.9 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Hamstead Convenient Store Limited0.8 km
- To The Point0.8 km
- La Cakery Ltd0.9 km
- Hamstead Pharmacy Ltd0.8 km
- Pl-Bucharest Mini Market0.9 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hamstead0.7 km
- Perry Barr1.7 km
- Witton3.0 km
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Postcode Profile: B421DB · Data under Open Government Licence