B74 2DB is a sought-after residential area on Compton Drive, 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 2DB offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 92% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £205k, down 16.5% 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 2DB are sourced from Output Area E00052475 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COMPTON DRIVE, B74 2DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COMPTON DRIVE, B74 2DB.
293
47
£ 51,400 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
B74 2DB is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £205k, 92% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 16.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B74 2DB. The average age is 47.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 223,750
6 sales · Mean £ 224,333
Terraced
£ 181,250
2 sales · Mean £ 181,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B74 2DB has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Lindens Primary School
The Streetly Academy
St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Streetly
Blackwood School
Meadow View JMI School
Manor Primary School
Sundridge Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Jasmine House0.7 km
- Rickshaw Takeaway0.7 km
- Blackwood Fish Bar0.8 km
- Spice Inn0.8 km
- Streetly Balti0.9 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Farmer John's0.2 km
- Brew House0.3 km
- The Queslett0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- The Hollies Compass Childrens Home0.7 km
- Breathe Coffee Lounge0.8 km
- Breakfast Express0.9 km
- Indian Nights0.3 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Taylors News0.8 km
- Blackwood Butchers Limited0.8 km
- Blackwood Pharmacy0.8 km
- Bridle Lane Post Office0.8 km
- Select & Save0.3 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Butlers Lane4.2 km
- Four Oaks4.4 km
- Sutton Coldfield4.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B742DB · Data under Open Government Licence