Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

OLD WALSALL ROAD, B42 1HU House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

291

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 43,600 /yr

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Employed

49%

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.

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7/10
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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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7/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines B42 1HU — 47% 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 up 9.5% year-on-year.

home £192,500 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B42 1HU is a safe, established residential area on Old Walsall Road, 0.4km from Perry Beaches 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 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £192k, up 9.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for B42 1HU are sourced from Output Area E00046893 (shared with 5 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 1HU. The average age is 40.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British53.3%
Asian / British Asian20.8%
Black / African / Caribbean13.8%
Other / Mixed12.1%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 170,000

1 sales · Mean £ 170,000

Semi-Detached

£ 163,000

8 sales · Mean £ 168,106

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

B42 1HU 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.

Violence and sexual offences61
Vehicle crime14
Criminal damage and arson13
Public order10
Anti-social behaviour6

school Local Schools

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Ferndale Primary School

Good621 pupils0.4 km
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Calshot Primary School

Good459 pupils0.7 km
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St Mark's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding0.7 km
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Holy Name Catholic Primary School

Good205 pupils0.9 km
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Whitecrest Primary School

Good204 pupils1.0 km
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Hamstead Junior School

Good229 pupils1.0 km
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Grove Vale Primary School

Outstanding420 pupils1.2 km
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Hamstead Infant School

Good220 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

29 nearby
  • Cross Lane Convenience JSD0.9 km
  • Universal Meat Centre0.6 km
  • J R News0.5 km
  • Jayshaw Stores0.8 km
  • Drinks Cabinet0.5 km
  • + 24 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Simla Spice0.6 km
  • Sea Garden0.9 km
  • Al-Miski Lounge0.7 km
  • Full House0.9 km
  • Subway0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Limited0.8 km
  • Midlands Co-Op0.9 km
  • Co-op0.6 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.6 km
  • Tesco Express0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

21 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.6 km
  • Shashi's Desserts0.8 km
  • Shika's Indian Takeaway0.8 km
  • Shanghai House0.5 km
  • Lung Wah0.4 km
  • + 16 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The New Bell0.8 km
  • The Scott Arms0.6 km
  • Beaufort Arms1.0 km
  • Great Barr Conservative Club0.6 km
  • Hamstead Social Welfare Club0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamstead1.1 km
  • Tame Bridge Parkway3.3 km
  • Perry Barr3.3 km