Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

WENSLEYDALE ROAD, B42 1PR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WENSLEYDALE ROAD, B42 1PR.

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Population

435

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 41,600 /yr

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Employed

41%

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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7/10
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10/10
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5/10
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3/10
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8/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

B42 1PR has a highly multicultural community character — 56% 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 32.5% year-on-year.

home £220,875 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B42 1PR is a safe, established residential area on Wensleydale Road, 0.6km from Perry Barr in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Perry Barr ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.

For families considering a move, B42 1PR represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 76% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k, up 32.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for B42 1PR are sourced from Output Area E00046856 (shared with 8 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 1PR. The average age is 31.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British19.3%
Asian / British Asian55.5%
Black / African / Caribbean19.0%
Other / Mixed6.3%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 215,000

12 sales · Mean £ 201,916

Terraced

£ 192,000

1 sales · Mean £ 192,000

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

B42 1PR 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 offences53
Vehicle crime16
Criminal damage and arson10
Other theft7
Burglary6

school Local Schools

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Dorrington Academy

Outstanding652 pupils0.5 km
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St Mark's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding1.1 km
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Cherry Orchard Primary School

Good465 pupils1.1 km
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Perry Beeches Nursery School

Good73 pupils1.2 km
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Beeches Infant School

Good270 pupils1.3 km
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Beeches Junior School

Good362 pupils1.3 km
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Priestley Smith School

Outstanding87 pupils1.3 km
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Arena Academy

Requires Improvement1047 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Beeches Gold1.0 km
  • Badshah Palace Restaurant0.4 km
  • Birchfield Harriers0.6 km
  • Gmac Catering0.6 km
  • Good Fillas0.9 km
  • + 10 more
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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Hamstead Pharmacy Ltd0.9 km
  • Londis/Sian Stores/Premier0.9 km
  • Post Office Counters Ltd0.9 km
  • Select Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Spar Supermarket0.9 km
  • + 12 more
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Mijan Balti Hut0.7 km
  • Jade Garden Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
  • Shanghai Express0.2 km
  • Bays Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Marcos Fish & Chip Shop0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl UK GmbH0.9 km
  • Midlands Co-Op0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Tennis Court0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamstead0.9 km
  • Perry Barr1.8 km
  • Witton3.0 km