B42 1HG is a safe, established residential area on Dyas Avenue, 0.5km from Tower Hill 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 — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 49% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £189k, down 20.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B42 1HG are sourced from Output Area E00046846 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DYAS AVENUE, B42 1HG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DYAS AVENUE, B42 1HG.
314
41
£ 43,600 /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
Cultural diversity defines B42 1HG — 49% 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. Property prices are trending down 20.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B42 1HG. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 170,000
8 sales · Mean £ 168,000
Terraced
£ 141,000
9 sales · Mean £ 164,448
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B42 1HG has low crime rates — 30 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
St Mark's Catholic Primary School
Ferndale Primary School
Dorrington Academy
Calshot Primary School
Hamstead Junior School
Hamstead Hall Academy
Hamstead Infant School
Holy Name Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- Hamstead Pharmacy Ltd0.5 km
- Salls Booze1.0 km
- Pl-Bucharest Mini Market0.4 km
- Post Office0.4 km
- Spar Supermarket0.5 km
- + 17 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Badshah Palace Restaurant0.8 km
- Kays Food Services0.5 km
- Sangam 20.5 km
- Sea Garden0.4 km
- Marie's Cafe0.9 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Mijan Balti Hut0.6 km
- Sam's0.4 km
- Rose Garden0.9 km
- Lung Wah0.6 km
- Pizza Expert0.7 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The New Bell0.9 km
- Beaufort Arms0.4 km
- Hamstead Social Welfare Club0.3 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Midlands Co-Op0.6 km
- Lidl UK GmbH0.7 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
- Co-op0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hamstead0.6 km
- Perry Barr2.8 km
- Tame Bridge Parkway3.6 km
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Postcode Profile: B421HG · Data under Open Government Licence