Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

BIRMINGHAM ROAD, B72 1DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRMINGHAM ROAD, B72 1DL.

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Population

313

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 60,900 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: B72 1DL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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8/10
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9/10
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10/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. B72 1DL's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £403k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £403k. Property prices are trending up 391.4% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B72 1DL is a well-regarded residential area on Birmingham Road, 0.6km from Chester Road in Royal Sutton Coldfield. Administratively it sits within Sutton Wylde Green ward and the Sutton Coldfield constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in B72, B72 1DL offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 43 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. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 97 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £403k, up 391.4% 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 B72 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00047953 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B72 1DL. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British68.7%
Asian / British Asian14.4%
Black / African / Caribbean6.1%
Other / Mixed10.9%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Flat

£ 133,750

5 sales · Mean £ 134,050

Detached

£ 665,000

2 sales · Mean £ 665,000

Semi-Detached

£ 400,000

1 sales · Mean £ 400,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around B72 1DL is above average at 97 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.

Shoplifting225
Violence and sexual offences57
Other theft28
Vehicle crime15
Anti-social behaviour12

school Local Schools

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Wylde Green Primary School

Good422 pupils0.4 km
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St Edmund Campion Catholic School

Good1102 pupils0.9 km
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Penns Primary School

Good209 pupils0.9 km
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Yenton Primary School

Good619 pupils1.0 km
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Abbey Catholic Primary School

Good416 pupils1.3 km
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Boldmere Junior School

Outstanding368 pupils1.3 km
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Boldmere Infant School and Nursery

Outstanding333 pupils1.3 km
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Bishop Walsh Catholic School

Good1067 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Sutton Drinkstore0.2 km
  • Wine Rack0.4 km
  • Nisa Wylde Green0.2 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.4 km
  • A K Holder Limited0.4 km
  • + 12 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Yenton0.6 km
  • Verdo Lounge Cafe Bar0.4 km
  • Walmley Golf Club0.5 km
  • Wylde Green Public House0.5 km
  • Boldmere Oak0.7 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Burger Boi0.4 km
  • Casa De Burito0.4 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • Sabalan0.6 km
  • Coffee Cup0.4 km
  • + 15 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsburys Local0.3 km
  • Central England Co Operative0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Balti Hut0.6 km
  • HongKong House0.3 km
  • Sushi Bistro0.4 km
  • Yau0.7 km
  • 1580 Contemporary Indian Dining0.6 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Clover Spa and Hotel0.6 km
  • Westfield Court Hotel0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester Road0.6 km
  • Wylde Green0.8 km
  • Erdington1.5 km