B72 1DG is a sought-after residential area on Beardmore Road, 0.6km from Wylde Green 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 1DG offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 69) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £228k. 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 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00047952 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BEARDMORE ROAD, B72 1DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEARDMORE ROAD, B72 1DG.
299
69
£ 60,900 /yr
24%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 88% owner-occupation and an average age of 69, B72 1DG is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B72 1DG. The average age is 68.8. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 228,500
4 sales · Mean £ 229,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B72 1DG is moderate at 51 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
Wylde Green Primary School
Penns Primary School
Bishop Walsh Catholic School
Maney Hill Primary School
Yenton Primary School
St Edmund Campion Catholic School
Boldmere Junior School
Boldmere Infant School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Sutton Drinkstore0.5 km
- Wine Rack0.7 km
- Nisa Wylde Green0.5 km
- A K Holder Limited0.7 km
- Coral Bookmakers0.8 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Yenton0.9 km
- Verdo Lounge Cafe Bar0.7 km
- Walmley Golf Club0.2 km
- Wylde Green Public House0.3 km
- Boldmere Oak0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Burger Boi0.7 km
- Casa De Burito0.7 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- Sabalan0.9 km
- Costa Coffee0.5 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsburys Local0.6 km
- Central England Co Operative0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Balti Hut0.9 km
- HongKong House0.6 km
- Sushi Bistro0.7 km
- 1580 Contemporary Indian Dining0.9 km
- Atlantis Fish Bar0.7 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Clover Spa and Hotel0.9 km
- Westfield Court Hotel0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wylde Green0.8 km
- Chester Road0.9 km
- Erdington1.8 km
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Postcode Profile: B721DG · Data under Open Government Licence