Is B74 2DE a safe place to live?

Yes, B74 2DE is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 16 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in B74 2DE?

The average property price in B74 2DE is currently around £331k.

What is the population of B74 2DE?

The population for the B74 2DE area is approximately 296 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

ALLMYN DRIVE, B74 2DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALLMYN DRIVE, B74 2DE.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

296

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 49,200 /yr

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Employed

56%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10

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10/10

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7/10

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10/10

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1/10

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7/10

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1/10

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10/10

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4/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. B74 2DE spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. £331k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B74 2DE is a sought-after residential area on Allmyn Drive, 0.7km from Kings Standing Wood in Royal Sutton Coldfield. Administratively it sits within Sutton Vesey ward and the Sutton Coldfield constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in B74, B74 2DE offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 96% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £331k.

Census 2021 statistics for B74 2DE are sourced from Output Area E00047972 (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 2DE. The average age is 42.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.0%

Asian / British Asian17.2%

Black / African / Caribbean3.0%

Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 41%

Unemployed: 1%

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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 331,250

4 sales · Mean £ 325,000

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

B74 2DE has low crime rates — 16 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 crime10

Public order5

Anti-social behaviour3

Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

The Streetly Academy

Good1533 pupils0.2 km

Lindens Primary School

Outstanding454 pupils0.6 km

Sutton Park Primary

Inadequate330 pupils1.1 km

The Bridge School

Good91 pupils1.1 km

Kingsland Primary School (NC)

Good340 pupils1.2 km

Meadow View JMI School

Good473 pupils1.4 km

Sundridge Primary School

Requires Improvement164 pupils1.4 km

Manor Primary School

Good395 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Brew House0.6 km
The Queslett0.4 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby

Bakers Lane Fish Bar0.4 km
Streetly Takeaway0.6 km
Ruby Cantonese Takeaway0.4 km
Jade Garden0.4 km

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Select & Save0.6 km
Cooksey Lane Community Hub0.9 km
Costcutter0.4 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

Toby Carvery Streetly0.3 km
Indian Nights0.6 km
The Hollies Compass Childrens Home0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Sutton Coldfield3.8 km
Four Oaks3.9 km
Butlers Lane4.0 km