Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

WALSALL ROAD, B42 1EH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WALSALL ROAD, B42 1EH.

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Population

405

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 41,600 /yr

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Employed

39%

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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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9/10
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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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4/10
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4/10
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7/10
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6/10
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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.

home £345,000 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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.

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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

White / British47.4%
Asian / British Asian33.6%
Black / African / Caribbean6.1%
Other / Mixed12.9%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 4%
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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.

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.

Shoplifting101
Violence and sexual offences74
Vehicle crime20
Burglary15
Anti-social behaviour10

school Local Schools

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St Mark's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding0.6 km
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Dorrington Academy

Outstanding652 pupils0.7 km
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Calshot Primary School

Good459 pupils0.8 km
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Perry Beeches Nursery School

Good73 pupils0.9 km
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Arena Academy

Requires Improvement1047 pupils1.0 km
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Beeches Junior School

Good362 pupils1.0 km
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Beeches Infant School

Good270 pupils1.0 km
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Priestley Smith School

Outstanding87 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The New Bell0.7 km
  • Beaufort Arms0.8 km
  • Hamstead Social Welfare Club0.8 km
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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
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Midlands Co-Op0.1 km
  • Lidl UK GmbH1.0 km
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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