B42 2SQ is a safe, established residential area on Grindleford Road, 0.7km from Perry Beeches in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Oscott ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.
For families considering a move, B42 2SQ represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £185k, down 11.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B42 2SQ are sourced from Output Area E00046842 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GRINDLEFORD ROAD, B42 2SQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRINDLEFORD ROAD, B42 2SQ.
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38
£ 40,000 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B42 2SQ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. B42 2SQ spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 11.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B42 2SQ. The average age is 38.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 175,000
7 sales · Mean £ 176,571
Terraced
£ 165,000
14 sales · Mean £ 169,071
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B42 2SQ has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Greenholm Primary School
Perry Beeches Nursery School
Arena Academy
Beeches Junior School
Beeches Infant School
Priestley Smith School
Glenmead Primary School
Barr View Primary & Nursery Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- Cakes 4 U By Julz0.3 km
- Greenholm News0.6 km
- Texaco Garage0.9 km
- Londis/Sian Stores/Premier0.2 km
- Select Convenience Store0.4 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Golden Hind0.9 km
- Drakes Drum0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Birchfield Harriers0.7 km
- Gmac Catering0.8 km
- Red Chilli Indian Cuisine0.9 km
- The Boars Head World Buffet0.7 km
- Back Straight Stand Alexander Stadium0.7 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Bravo Pizza0.9 km
- Shah Balti Express0.4 km
- Chris'S Fish Shop0.9 km
- Golden Rice Bowl0.5 km
- Bays Fish Bar0.5 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Best Wine and Supermarket0.8 km
- Midlands Co-Operative Society1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hamstead1.9 km
- Perry Barr2.2 km
- Witton3.0 km
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Postcode Profile: B422SQ · Data under Open Government Licence