Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

HOLLYWOOD CROFT, B42 1HT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLYWOOD CROFT, B42 1HT.

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Population

291

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 43,600 /yr

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Employed

49%

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.

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7/10
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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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7/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines B42 1HT — 47% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 33.2% year-on-year.

home £240,550 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B42 1HT is a safe, established residential area on Hollywood Croft, 0.4km from Perry Beaches in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Perry Barr ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £240k, up 33.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for B42 1HT are sourced from Output Area E00046893 (shared with 5 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 1HT. The average age is 40.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British53.3%
Asian / British Asian20.8%
Black / African / Caribbean13.8%
Other / Mixed12.1%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 236,000

10 sales · Mean £ 240,310

Detached

£ 250,000

1 sales · Mean £ 250,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

B42 1HT has low crime rates — 22 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.

Violence and sexual offences68
Vehicle crime16
Criminal damage and arson13
Public order10
Anti-social behaviour6

school Local Schools

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Ferndale Primary School

Good621 pupils0.4 km
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Calshot Primary School

Good459 pupils0.6 km
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St Mark's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding0.6 km
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Holy Name Catholic Primary School

Good205 pupils0.9 km
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Whitecrest Primary School

Good204 pupils1.0 km
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Hamstead Junior School

Good229 pupils1.1 km
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Hamstead Infant School

Good220 pupils1.3 km
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Dorrington Academy

Outstanding652 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

32 nearby
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Sandhu Supermarket0.4 km
  • Card Factory0.6 km
  • Gorse Farm News & Wines0.7 km
  • Poundland0.6 km
  • + 27 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The New Bell0.7 km
  • The Scott Arms0.7 km
  • Beaufort Arms0.9 km
  • Hamstead Social Welfare Club0.3 km
  • Great Barr Conservative Club0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Al-Miski Lounge0.7 km
  • Full House0.8 km
  • Subway0.8 km
  • Simla Spice0.7 km
  • Kays Food Services1.0 km
  • + 5 more
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Takeaway Shop

21 nearby
  • Newton Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Rose Garden0.7 km
  • Lung Wah0.3 km
  • Kin0.8 km
  • Perico0.8 km
  • + 16 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Midlands Co-Op0.9 km
  • Aldi Stores Limited0.8 km
  • Tesco Express1.0 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamstead1.1 km
  • Perry Barr3.2 km
  • Tame Bridge Parkway3.4 km