Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

SILVERSTONE DRIVE, B74 2BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SILVERSTONE DRIVE, B74 2BD.

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Population

353

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

55%

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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9/10
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9/10
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7/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, B74 2BD combines high owner-occupation (89%), strong property values (£239k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £239k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B74 2BD is a sought-after residential area on Silverstone Drive, 0.9km from Kings Standing Wood in Streetly. Administratively it sits within Streetly ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.

For serious buyers, B74 2BD is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 89% 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 — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Walsall.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £239k. 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 B74 2BD are sourced from Output Area E00168262 (shared with 6 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 B74 2BD. The average age is 39.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British60.6%
Asian / British Asian32.1%
Black / African / Caribbean2.5%
Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 226,000

4 sales · Mean £ 232,750

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

B74 2BD has low crime rates — 12 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 offences23
Vehicle crime5
Burglary4
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Lindens Primary School

Outstanding454 pupils0.0 km
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The Streetly Academy

Good1533 pupils0.5 km
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Meadow View JMI School

Good473 pupils1.0 km
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St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Streetly

Outstanding238 pupils1.3 km
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Kingsland Primary School (NC)

Good340 pupils1.3 km
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Sundridge Primary School

Requires Improvement164 pupils1.3 km
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Manor Primary School

Good395 pupils1.4 km
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Blackwood School

Good697 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Brew House0.4 km
  • The Queslett0.4 km
  • Deers Leap0.9 km
  • Farmer John's0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Bakers Lane Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Streetly Takeaway0.4 km
  • Ruby Cantonese Takeaway0.8 km
  • Jasmine House1.0 km
  • Rickshaw Takeaway1.0 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Select & Save0.4 km
  • Cooksey Lane Community Hub0.9 km
  • Costcutter0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Toby Carvery Streetly0.9 km
  • Indian Nights0.4 km
  • The Hollies Compass Childrens Home0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Morrisons Daily1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Butlers Lane4.3 km
  • Four Oaks4.3 km
  • Sutton Coldfield4.4 km