B42 1TQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from Great Barr in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Newton ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.
For renters and young professionals, B42 1TQ offers a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 40% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 56% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for B42 1TQ are sourced from Output Area E00050629 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B42 1TQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B42 1TQ.
387
38
£ 40,900 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines B42 1TQ — 56% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B42 1TQ. The average age is 37.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B42 1TQ has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Holy Name Catholic Primary School
Ferndale Primary School
Whitecrest Primary School
Calshot Primary School
Grove Vale Primary School
Hamstead Junior School
St Mark's Catholic Primary School
Q3 Academy Great Barr
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Cross Lane Convenience JSD0.3 km
- Universal Meat Centre0.1 km
- J R News1.0 km
- Jayshaw Stores0.5 km
- Drinks Cabinet0.1 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Simla Spice0.2 km
- Al-Miski Lounge0.6 km
- Burger Boi0.2 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi Stores Limited0.2 km
- Co-op0.6 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.0 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.0 km
- Shashi's Desserts0.2 km
- Shika's Indian Takeaway0.2 km
- Shanghai House0.2 km
- Newton Fish Bar0.1 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Scott Arms0.1 km
- Hamstead Social Welfare Club0.9 km
- Great Barr Conservative Club0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hamstead1.6 km
- Tame Bridge Parkway2.9 km
- Perry Barr3.8 km
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Postcode Profile: B421TQ · Data under Open Government Licence