B72 1AF is a sought-after residential area on Holifast Road, 0.5km from Chester Road in Royal Sutton Coldfield. Administratively it sits within Sutton Wylde Green ward and the Sutton Coldfield constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in B72, B72 1AF offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 86% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £423k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for B72 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00047971 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLIFAST ROAD, B72 1AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLIFAST ROAD, B72 1AF.
367
40
£ 60,900 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B72 1AF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. B72 1AF's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £423k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B72 1AF. The average age is 39.9. 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
Detached
£ 438,000
8 sales · Mean £ 442,812
Semi-Detached
£ 357,000
3 sales · Mean £ 354,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B72 1AF has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Penns Primary School
Yenton Primary School
St Edmund Campion Catholic School
Wylde Green Primary School
Paget Primary School
Abbey Catholic Primary School
Bishop Walsh Catholic School
Osborne Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Coffee Cup0.6 km
- Sweet The Dessert Shop0.7 km
- Raphaels Bistro0.7 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- Burger Boi0.6 km
- + 14 more
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
- Boots0.7 km
- Card Factory0.7 km
- Jade Whisper Limited T/A Harlequin0.7 km
- Mrh Bp Penns Lane0.5 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Yenton0.7 km
- Verdo Lounge Cafe Bar0.7 km
- Digby0.6 km
- Walmley Golf Club0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsburys Local0.7 km
- Central England Co Operative0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Balti Hut0.9 km
- HongKong House0.7 km
- Sushi Bistro0.6 km
- 1580 Contemporary Indian Dining0.9 km
- Atlantis Fish Bar0.7 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Clover Spa and Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chester Road1.0 km
- Erdington1.6 km
- Wylde Green1.6 km
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Postcode Profile: B721AF · Data under Open Government Licence