B47 5EA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.5km from Drakes Cross in Hollywood. Administratively it sits within Drakes Cross ward and the Bromsgrove constituency.
For families considering a move, B47 5EA represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 95% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for B47 5EA are sourced from Output Area E00163908 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B47 5EA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B47 5EA.
275
49
£ 45,400 /yr
43%
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
No single demographic signal dominates B47 5EA — age 49, 95% ownership, 4% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 B47 5EA. The average age is 48.8. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B47 5EA is moderate at 54 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Woodrush High School
Coppice Primary School
Meadow Green Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Hickling Methodist Church0.6 km
- Hollywood News (Us 5 Ltd)0.9 km
- US 50.9 km
- Hollywood Convenience Store0.5 km
- M.P. Honner Butchers0.5 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Packhorse0.5 km
- Wythall Community Club0.7 km
- Royal British Legion Club0.5 km
- The White Swan0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Hollywood Fish Bar0.5 km
- Fanaris Fish Bar0.3 km
- Jade Garden0.5 km
- Spice Nation0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- JJ's Cafe0.3 km
- Monsoon0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wythall1.5 km
- Whitlocks End2.2 km
- Earlswood (West Midlands)2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Shawhurst Lane0.2 km
- Shawhurst Lane0.2 km
- Falstaff Avenue0.3 km
- Woodrush School0.3 km
- Pack Horse Inn0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B475EA · Data under Open Government Licence