B42 1DD is a safe, established residential area on Baltimore Road, 0.6km from Perry Barr in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Perry Barr ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.
For families considering a move, B42 1DD represents 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for B42 1DD are sourced from Output Area E00046863 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BALTIMORE ROAD, B42 1DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BALTIMORE ROAD, B42 1DD.
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36
£ 41,600 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B42 1DD 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
B42 1DD has a highly multicultural community character — 63% 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 1DD. 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 1DD has low crime rates — 21 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 Mark's Catholic Primary School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Grestone Academy
Hamstead Hall Academy
Ferndale Primary School
King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- The Vape Quarter0.8 km
- Dessert Hut0.8 km
- First Class Grill0.6 km
- The Garden Gate0.4 km
- Marie's Cafe0.6 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Lifestyle Express0.6 km
- Best One0.4 km
- Great Barr Butchers Ltd0.3 km
- Handsworth Wood Convenience Store0.7 km
- The Co Operative Pharmacy0.8 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl UK GmbH0.5 km
- Midlands Co-Op0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Hamstead Fish Bar0.7 km
- Marcos Fish & Chip Shop0.8 km
- Peri Peri Pepper0.8 km
- Take a Bite0.7 km
- China Taste0.8 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Beaufort Arms0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hamstead0.6 km
- Perry Barr1.8 km
- Witton3.2 km
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Postcode Profile: B421DD · Data under Open Government Licence