Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

MOSS WAY, B74 2BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOSS WAY, B74 2BT.

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Population

304

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: B74 2BT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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3/10
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6/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, B74 2BT combines high owner-occupation (78%), strong property values (£288k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

B74 2BT is a sought-after residential area on Moss Way, 1.0km from Streetly in Streetly. Administratively it sits within Streetly ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in B74, B74 2BT offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 78% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £288k. 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 2BT are sourced from Output Area E00168261 (shared with 7 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 2BT. The average age is 38.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British72.2%
Asian / British Asian18.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed9.0%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Terraced

£ 284,262

8 sales · Mean £ 277,884

Detached

£ 360,000

1 sales · Mean £ 360,000

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

B74 2BT has low crime rates — 13 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 offences35
Vehicle crime5
Criminal damage and arson5
Burglary5
Anti-social behaviour3

school Local Schools

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Lindens Primary School

Outstanding454 pupils0.4 km
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The Streetly Academy

Good1533 pupils0.5 km
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St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Streetly

Outstanding238 pupils1.0 km
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Manor Primary School

Good395 pupils1.1 km
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Blackwood School

Good697 pupils1.2 km
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Meadow View JMI School

Good473 pupils1.3 km
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Kingsland Primary School (NC)

Good340 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Blackwood Butchers Limited0.9 km
  • Blackwood Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Taylors News0.9 km
  • Bridle Lane Post Office0.9 km
  • Select & Save0.1 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Brew House0.1 km
  • The Queslett0.6 km
  • Farmer John's0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Breathe Coffee Lounge0.9 km
  • The Hollies Compass Childrens Home0.5 km
  • Toby Carvery Streetly1.0 km
  • Breakfast Express0.8 km
  • Indian Nights0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Blackwood Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Streetly Takeaway0.1 km
  • Jasmine House0.6 km
  • Rickshaw Takeaway0.6 km
  • Spice Inn0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Butlers Lane4.0 km
  • Four Oaks4.1 km
  • Sutton Coldfield4.3 km