B42 1EJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Walsall Road, 0.3km from Tower Hill in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Perry Barr ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.
For families considering a move, B42 1EJ represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £296k.
Census 2021 statistics for B42 1EJ are sourced from Output Area E00046838 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WALSALL ROAD, B42 1EJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WALSALL ROAD, B42 1EJ.
359
41
£ 41,600 /yr
43%
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
56% of B42 1EJ's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B42 1EJ. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 253,000
2 sales · Mean £ 253,000
Terraced
£ 279,500
4 sales · Mean £ 275,250
Detached
£ 315,000
1 sales · Mean £ 315,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B42 1EJ has low crime rates — 45 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
Calshot Primary School
Ferndale Primary School
Dorrington Academy
Perry Beeches Nursery School
Beeches Junior School
Beeches Infant School
Priestley Smith School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Sandhu Supermarket0.5 km
- Great Barr Wines0.6 km
- Jot's Newsagent & Convenience Store0.7 km
- Pauls Convenience0.6 km
- Appleton News and Off Licence1.0 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The New Bell0.5 km
- Beaufort Arms0.8 km
- Hamstead Social Welfare Club0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Al-Miski Lounge1.0 km
- Full House0.6 km
- Marie's Cafe0.8 km
- Subway1.0 km
- Beeches Gold0.7 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Midlands Co-Op0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Pizza Expert0.7 km
- Lung Wah0.3 km
- Mijan Balti Hut0.3 km
- Sam's0.8 km
- Bays Fish Bar0.9 km
- + 8 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hamstead0.9 km
- Perry Barr2.7 km
- Tame Bridge Parkway3.9 km
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Postcode Profile: B421EJ · Data under Open Government Licence