Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

CRANTOCK ROAD, B42 1RR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRANTOCK ROAD, B42 1RR.

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Population

302

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 41,600 /yr

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Employed

45%

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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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines B42 1RR — 50% 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.

home £215,166 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B42 1RR is a safe, established residential area on Crantock Road, 0.5km from Perry Barr in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Perry Barr ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.

For families considering a move, B42 1RR represents many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 35 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 70% 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 £215k.

Census 2021 statistics for B42 1RR are sourced from Output Area E00046868 (shared with 4 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 1RR. The average age is 35.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British21.1%
Asian / British Asian50.5%
Black / African / Caribbean20.1%
Other / Mixed8.4%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 5%
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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

Detached

£ 237,000

3 sales · Mean £ 234,000

Semi-Detached

£ 192,000

9 sales · Mean £ 188,555

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

B42 1RR has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences59
Burglary18
Vehicle crime16
Other theft13
Criminal damage and arson12

school Local Schools

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Prince Albert High School

180 pupils0.9 km
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Cherry Orchard Primary School

Good465 pupils1.0 km
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Dorrington Academy

Outstanding652 pupils1.1 km
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Eden Boys' School, Birmingham

Outstanding607 pupils1.2 km
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St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good209 pupils1.3 km
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Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth)

Good161 pupils1.4 km
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Canterbury Cross Primary School

Good487 pupils1.6 km
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Greenholm Primary School

Good634 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Burger King0.9 km
  • Costa Ltd Unit 36A0.9 km
  • Marie's Cafe0.9 km
  • KFC Perry Barr0.9 km
  • The Vape Quarter0.6 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Asda Stores Ltd0.8 km
  • Iceland Foods Plc0.9 km
  • Asda Stores Ltd0.9 km
  • MB Metro0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Dixy0.9 km
  • The Chive0.9 km
  • Golden Hill Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
  • Jade Garden Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
  • Shanghai Express0.6 km
  • + 7 more
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Retailers - Other

27 nearby
  • Boots The Chemists Ltd0.9 km
  • Chelmsley Fish And One Stop Quality0.9 km
  • Ronwil Sweets0.9 km
  • Unit 13, One Stop Shopping Centre0.9 km
  • Wickes0.8 km
  • + 22 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Park Hotel0.8 km
  • Travelodge Perry Barr0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Tennis Court0.3 km
  • The Arthur Robertson0.9 km
  • Aston Manor Cricket And Lucas Sports Club0.7 km
  • Church Tavern0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Perry Barr1.0 km
  • Hamstead1.5 km
  • Witton2.2 km