Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

LANESIDE AVENUE, B74 2BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LANESIDE AVENUE, B74 2BU.

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Population

275

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

42%

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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10/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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1/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, B74 2BU combines high owner-occupation (90%), strong property values (£293k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £293k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 15.1% year-on-year.

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

B74 2BU is a sought-after residential area on Laneside Avenue, 0.9km from Streetly in Streetly. Administratively it sits within Streetly ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.

For serious buyers, B74 2BU is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 90% 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 £293k, up 15.1% year-on-year. 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 2BU are sourced from Output Area E00052474 (shared with 4 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 2BU. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.0%
Asian / British Asian6.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.5%
Other / Mixed9.2%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 30%
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

Semi-Detached

£ 265,000

20 sales · Mean £ 265,405

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

B74 2BU 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 offences42
Vehicle crime7
Burglary6
Criminal damage and arson5
Anti-social behaviour3

school Local Schools

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Lindens Primary School

Outstanding454 pupils0.5 km
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The Streetly Academy

Good1533 pupils0.6 km
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St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Streetly

Outstanding238 pupils0.9 km
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Manor Primary School

Good395 pupils1.0 km
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Blackwood School

Good697 pupils1.1 km
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Meadow View JMI School

Good473 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Blackwood Butchers Limited0.8 km
  • Blackwood Pharmacy0.8 km
  • Taylors News0.8 km
  • Bridle Lane Post Office0.8 km
  • Select & Save0.1 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Brew House0.1 km
  • The Queslett0.8 km
  • Farmer John's0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Breathe Coffee Lounge0.8 km
  • The Hollies Compass Childrens Home0.4 km
  • Breakfast Express0.7 km
  • Indian Nights0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Blackwood Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Streetly Takeaway0.1 km
  • Jasmine House0.5 km
  • Rickshaw Takeaway0.5 km
  • Spice Inn0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Butlers Lane3.9 km
  • Four Oaks4.1 km
  • Sutton Coldfield4.3 km