Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

WALSALL ROAD, B42 1EJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WALSALL ROAD, B42 1EJ.

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Population

359

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 41,600 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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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.

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7/10
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10/10
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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

56% of B42 1EJ's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B42 1EJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Walsall Road, 0.3km from Tower Hill in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Perry Barr ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.

For families considering a move, B42 1EJ represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £296k.

Census 2021 statistics for B42 1EJ are sourced from Output Area E00046838 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B42 1EJ. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British31.2%
Asian / British Asian55.5%
Black / African / Caribbean6.6%
Other / Mixed6.6%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 253,000

2 sales · Mean £ 253,000

Terraced

£ 279,500

4 sales · Mean £ 275,250

Detached

£ 315,000

1 sales · Mean £ 315,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

B42 1EJ has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting100
Violence and sexual offences91
Vehicle crime20
Anti-social behaviour13
Burglary12

school Local Schools

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St Mark's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding0.6 km
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Calshot Primary School

Good459 pupils0.6 km
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Ferndale Primary School

Good621 pupils0.8 km
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Dorrington Academy

Outstanding652 pupils0.9 km
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Perry Beeches Nursery School

Good73 pupils0.9 km
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Beeches Junior School

Good362 pupils1.0 km
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Beeches Infant School

Good270 pupils1.0 km
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Priestley Smith School

Outstanding87 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Sandhu Supermarket0.5 km
  • Great Barr Wines0.6 km
  • Jot's Newsagent & Convenience Store0.7 km
  • Pauls Convenience0.6 km
  • Appleton News and Off Licence1.0 km
  • + 16 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The New Bell0.5 km
  • Beaufort Arms0.8 km
  • Hamstead Social Welfare Club0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Al-Miski Lounge1.0 km
  • Full House0.6 km
  • Marie's Cafe0.8 km
  • Subway1.0 km
  • Beeches Gold0.7 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Midlands Co-Op0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Pizza Expert0.7 km
  • Lung Wah0.3 km
  • Mijan Balti Hut0.3 km
  • Sam's0.8 km
  • Bays Fish Bar0.9 km
  • + 8 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamstead0.9 km
  • Perry Barr2.7 km
  • Tame Bridge Parkway3.9 km