B47 5ES is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.3km from Drakes Cross in Hollywood. Administratively it sits within Drakes Cross ward and the Bromsgrove constituency.
For families considering a move, B47 5ES represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for B47 5ES are sourced from Output Area E00163912 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B47 5ES House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B47 5ES.
262
50
£ 45,400 /yr
48%
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.
Area Character
B47 5ES is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 88% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B47 5ES. The average age is 49.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B47 5ES is moderate at 52 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.
school Local Schools
Woodrush High School
Coppice Primary School
Meadow Green Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Hickling Methodist Church0.5 km
- Hollywood News (Us 5 Ltd)0.7 km
- US 50.7 km
- Hollywood Convenience Store0.4 km
- M.P. Honner Butchers0.4 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Packhorse0.6 km
- Wythall Community Club0.8 km
- Royal British Legion Club0.4 km
- The White Swan0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Hollywood Fish Bar0.4 km
- Fanaris Fish Bar0.3 km
- Jade Garden0.4 km
- Spice Nation0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- JJ's Cafe0.3 km
- Monsoon0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wythall1.3 km
- Whitlocks End2.1 km
- Earlswood (West Midlands)2.7 km
Bus Stops
- Falstaff Avenue0.1 km
- Woodrush School0.1 km
- Shawhurst Lane0.3 km
- Shawhurst Lane0.3 km
- Wythall Library0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B475ES · Data under Open Government Licence