B42 2BX is a safe, established residential area on Calshot Road, 0.4km from Perry Beaches in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Perry Barr ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.
For families considering a move, B42 2BX represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £192k.
Census 2021 statistics for B42 2BX are sourced from Output Area E00046879 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CALSHOT ROAD, B42 2BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CALSHOT ROAD, B42 2BX.
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39
£ 43,600 /yr
50%
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
B42 2BX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 73% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B42 2BX. The average age is 38.9. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 180,500
4 sales · Mean £ 175,000
Terraced
£ 150,000
11 sales · Mean £ 155,636
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B42 2BX has low crime rates — 19 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.
school Local Schools
Calshot Primary School
Whitecrest Primary School
Perry Beeches Nursery School
Arena Academy
Beeches Junior School
Beeches Infant School
Priestley Smith School
Ferndale Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Mijan Balti Hut0.9 km
- Lung Wah0.4 km
- Peri Peri Pepper1.0 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- The Co Operative Pharmacy0.8 km
- Supershop0.8 km
- Great Barr Swimming Baths0.8 km
- J & D News1.0 km
- Liquor Outlet0.8 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Hamstead Social Welfare Club1.0 km
- The New Bell0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- The Towers0.8 km
- Ginger Nuts0.4 km
- Al-Miski Lounge0.4 km
- Full House0.3 km
- Simla Spice0.8 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.9 km
- Midlands Co-Op1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hamstead1.5 km
- Perry Barr3.2 km
- Tame Bridge Parkway3.8 km
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Postcode Profile: B422BX · Data under Open Government Licence