B72 1DN is a well-regarded residential area on Beech Hill Road, 0.7km from Wylde Green 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 1DN offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 69) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £885k. 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 1DN are sourced from Output Area E00047952 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BEECH HILL ROAD, B72 1DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEECH HILL ROAD, B72 1DN.
299
69
£ 60,900 /yr
24%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 88% owner-occupation and an average age of 69, B72 1DN is established retirement territory. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 69).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B72 1DN. The average age is 68.8. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 885,000
1 sales · Mean £ 885,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B72 1DN is moderate at 61 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
Wylde Green Primary School
Penns Primary School
Yenton Primary School
St Edmund Campion Catholic School
Bishop Walsh Catholic School
Maney Hill Primary School
Boldmere Infant School and Nursery
Boldmere Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Sutton Drinkstore0.4 km
- Wine Rack0.6 km
- Nisa Wylde Green0.4 km
- A K Holder Limited0.6 km
- Coral Bookmakers0.7 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Yenton0.7 km
- Verdo Lounge Cafe Bar0.6 km
- Walmley Golf Club0.3 km
- Wylde Green Public House0.5 km
- Boldmere Oak0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Burger Boi0.5 km
- Casa De Burito0.6 km
- Domino's Pizza0.5 km
- Sabalan0.8 km
- Costa Coffee0.4 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsburys Local0.5 km
- Central England Co Operative0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Balti Hut0.8 km
- HongKong House0.5 km
- Sushi Bistro0.5 km
- 1580 Contemporary Indian Dining0.8 km
- Atlantis Fish Bar0.6 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Clover Spa and Hotel0.8 km
- Westfield Court Hotel0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chester Road0.8 km
- Wylde Green0.9 km
- Erdington1.7 km
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Postcode Profile: B721DN · Data under Open Government Licence