B78 1AU is a sought-after residential area on Birchmoor Road, 0.6km from Polesworth in Polesworth and Dordon. Administratively it sits within Polesworth West ward and the North Warwickshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £176k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for B78 1AU are sourced from Output Area E00158240 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BIRCHMOOR ROAD, B78 1AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCHMOOR ROAD, B78 1AU.
251
40
£ 45,200 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 40, B78 1AU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £176k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B78 1AU. The average age is 40.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 188,750
2 sales · Mean £ 188,750
Terraced
£ 132,250
1 sales · Mean £ 132,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B78 1AU has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Polesworth School
Birchwood Primary School
Dordon Primary School
The Nethersole CofE Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- A & A Premier Stores0.8 km
- Bardon Stores0.6 km
- Monument Foodstore0.7 km
- Spar Shop0.8 km
- Vtrition0.8 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Dragon Edge0.5 km
- Wokaway0.8 km
- Spice Delight Ltd0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.5 km
- Baburchi0.6 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Fosters Yard0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Birchmoor Working Mens Club0.7 km
- The Bulls Head0.6 km
- The Gamecock0.6 km
- The Red Lion0.9 km
- The Royal Oak0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Cliffords0.8 km
- The Yard Spice0.5 km
- Little India0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-Operative0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polesworth1.6 km
- Wilnecote4.0 km
- Tamworth5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Dexter Way0.0 km
- Dexter Way0.0 km
- Fairfields Hill0.1 km
- Polesworth School0.2 km
- Birchwood Primary School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B781AU · Data under Open Government Licence