B47 5BW is a sought-after residential area on Woodleaves, 0.6km from Hollywood in Hollywood. Administratively it sits within Hollywood ward and the Bromsgrove constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in B47, B47 5BW offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £309k, up 1.3% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for B47 5BW are sourced from Output Area E00163969 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODLEAVES, B47 5BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODLEAVES, B47 5BW.
263
44
£ 45,400 /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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. B47 5BW's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £309k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B47 5BW. The average age is 44.0. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 280,000
13 sales · Mean £ 281,823
Detached
£ 319,000
2 sales · Mean £ 319,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B47 5BW has low crime rates — 9 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
Hollywood Primary School
Coppice Primary School
St Jude's Catholic Primary School
Woodrush High School
The Oaks Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Argos Maypole0.8 km
- Durnford Croft Store1.0 km
- Hickling Methodist Church0.7 km
- Lacey's Craft Butchers0.8 km
- Hollywood News (Us 5 Ltd)1.0 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge Birmingham Maypole0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Starbucks0.9 km
- Monsoon0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Packhorse0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Hollywood Fish Bar0.8 km
- Subway Maypole0.9 km
- Jade Garden0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsburys Maypole0.8 km
- Tesco0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wythall2.3 km
- Whitlocks End2.4 km
- Shirley2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Dark Lane0.3 km
- Dark Lane0.3 km
- New Road0.3 km
- New Road0.4 km
- Highters Heath Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B475BW · Data under Open Government Licence