B72 1DX is a safe, established residential area on The Gardens, 0.7km 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 1DX offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £710k.
Census 2021 statistics for B72 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00047939 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE GARDENS, B72 1DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE GARDENS, B72 1DX.
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£ 60,900 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B72 1DX 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. B72 1DX's low deprivation rank, 94% ownership, and £710k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £710k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B72 1DX. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 843,750
4 sales · Mean £ 855,625
Flat
£ 227,500
2 sales · Mean £ 227,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B72 1DX has low crime rates — 11 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
Wylde Green Primary School
Maney Hill Primary School
Bishop Walsh Catholic School
Boldmere Junior School
Boldmere Infant School and Nursery
Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls
St Nicholas Catholic Primary School
Penns Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Sutton Drinkstore0.7 km
- Wine Rack0.9 km
- Nisa Wylde Green0.7 km
- A K Holder Limited0.9 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Verdo Lounge Cafe Bar0.9 km
- Sutton Coldfield Hard Courts Club0.7 km
- Walmley Golf Club0.4 km
- Boldmere Oak0.9 km
- Horse & Jockey0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Burger Boi0.9 km
- Casa De Burito0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- Dolce Desserts0.7 km
- Highbury Theatre Centre0.8 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsburys Local0.8 km
- Central England Co Operative0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- HongKong House0.8 km
- Sushi Bistro0.9 km
- Pizza e Pasta0.9 km
- Atlantis Fish Bar0.9 km
- Pepe's Piri Piri0.9 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Westfield Court Hotel0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wylde Green0.4 km
- Chester Road1.0 km
- Erdington1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Wylde Green Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B721DX · Data under Open Government Licence