B79 0BY is a sought-after residential area on Ashby Road, 0.6km from Ashlands in Tamworth. Administratively it sits within Spital ward and the Tamworth constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in B79, B79 0BY offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 33 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 76% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £362k. 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 B79 0BY are sourced from Output Area E00180739 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHBY ROAD, B79 0BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHBY ROAD, B79 0BY.
279
33
£ 43,800 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B79 0BY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. B79 0BY's low deprivation rank, 76% ownership, and £362k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B79 0BY. The average age is 33.5. 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
£ 355,000
3 sales · Mean £ 343,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B79 0BY has low crime rates — 27 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.
school Local Schools
Anker Valley Primary Academy
Ashcroft Infants' School
St Leonard's CofE (A) Primary School
Flax Hill Junior Academy
Landau Forte Academy, QEMS
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Central England Cooperative0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tamworth1.6 km
- Wilnecote4.4 km
- Drayton Manor5.0 km
Bus Stops
- Hutchinson Close0.4 km
- Hutchinson Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B790BY · Data under Open Government Licence