B42 1EH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Walsall Road, 0.2km from Tower Hill in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Perry Barr ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in B42, B42 1EH offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 79% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 53% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £345k, up 77.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B42 1EH are sourced from Output Area E00046903 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WALSALL ROAD, B42 1EH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WALSALL ROAD, B42 1EH.
405
42
£ 41,600 /yr
39%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
B42 1EH has a highly multicultural community character — 53% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 77.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B42 1EH. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 250,000
5 sales · Mean £ 297,000
Terraced
£ 355,000
1 sales · Mean £ 355,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B42 1EH has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Mark's Catholic Primary School
Dorrington Academy
Calshot Primary School
Perry Beeches Nursery School
Arena Academy
Beeches Junior School
Beeches Infant School
Priestley Smith School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Sandhu Supermarket0.7 km
- J R News0.4 km
- Lloyds Chemist0.8 km
- Hamstead Meat Centre Ltd0.8 km
- Hamstead Pharmacy Ltd0.7 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The New Bell0.7 km
- Beaufort Arms0.8 km
- Hamstead Social Welfare Club0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Full House0.7 km
- Beeches Gold0.6 km
- Jimmy D's1.0 km
- Marie's Cafe0.5 km
- Badshah Palace Restaurant0.3 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Midlands Co-Op0.1 km
- Lidl UK GmbH1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Pizza Expert0.5 km
- Jade Garden Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Shanghai Express0.9 km
- Mijan Balti Hut0.0 km
- Sam's0.8 km
- + 11 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hamstead0.8 km
- Perry Barr2.5 km
- Witton3.6 km
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Postcode Profile: B421EH · Data under Open Government Licence