B42 2NX is a safe, established residential area on Booths Farm Road, 0.3km 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 workforce in transportation and storage. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for B42 2NX are sourced from Output Area E00046887 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BOOTHS FARM ROAD, B42 2NX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOOTHS FARM ROAD, B42 2NX.
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£ 43,600 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines B42 2NX — 54% 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 2NX. The average age is 36.7. 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 2NX has low crime rates — 18 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
Perry Beeches Nursery School
Beeches Infant School
Arena Academy
Beeches Junior School
Priestley Smith School
Whitecrest Primary School
St Mark's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Badshah Palace Restaurant0.9 km
- Beeches Gold0.6 km
- Caspian Pizza0.9 km
- Taste and See Cafe0.9 km
- The Towers0.6 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Mijan Balti Hut0.6 km
- Lung Wah0.4 km
- Bays Fish Bar0.9 km
- Cake Shop and Sunita's Sweet Centre1.0 km
- Marcos Fish & Chip Shop0.9 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Select Convenience Store0.9 km
- Lloyds Chemist0.9 km
- J R News0.4 km
- Great Barr Swimming Baths0.5 km
- J & D News0.9 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Midlands Co-Op0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Hamstead Social Welfare Club0.9 km
- The New Bell0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hamstead1.4 km
- Perry Barr3.0 km
- Tame Bridge Parkway4.0 km
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Postcode Profile: B422NX · Data under Open Government Licence