Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

THE GARDENS, B72 1DX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE GARDENS, B72 1DX.

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Population

353

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 60,900 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B72 1DX 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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8/10
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9/10
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7/10
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8/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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10/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. B72 1DX's low deprivation rank, 94% ownership, and £710k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £710k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

B72 1DX is a safe, established residential area on The Gardens, 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 1DX offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 94% 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 — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £710k.

Census 2021 statistics for B72 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00047939 (shared with 7 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 1DX. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British61.8%
Asian / British Asian28.0%
Black / African / Caribbean3.4%
Other / Mixed6.8%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

Detached

£ 843,750

4 sales · Mean £ 855,625

Flat

£ 227,500

2 sales · Mean £ 227,500

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

B72 1DX has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences19
Vehicle crime10
Criminal damage and arson7
Other theft6
Burglary6

school Local Schools

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Wylde Green Primary School

Good422 pupils0.8 km
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Maney Hill Primary School

Good420 pupils1.0 km
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Bishop Walsh Catholic School

Good1067 pupils1.1 km
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Boldmere Junior School

Outstanding368 pupils1.1 km
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Boldmere Infant School and Nursery

Outstanding333 pupils1.1 km
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Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls

Good1228 pupils1.2 km
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St Nicholas Catholic Primary School

Outstanding210 pupils1.2 km
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Penns Primary School

Good209 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Sutton Drinkstore0.7 km
  • Wine Rack0.9 km
  • Nisa Wylde Green0.7 km
  • A K Holder Limited0.9 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
  • + 11 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Verdo Lounge Cafe Bar0.9 km
  • Sutton Coldfield Hard Courts Club0.7 km
  • Walmley Golf Club0.4 km
  • Boldmere Oak0.9 km
  • Horse & Jockey0.9 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • Burger Boi0.9 km
  • Casa De Burito0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.8 km
  • Dolce Desserts0.7 km
  • Highbury Theatre Centre0.8 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsburys Local0.8 km
  • Central England Co Operative0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • HongKong House0.8 km
  • Sushi Bistro0.9 km
  • Pizza e Pasta0.9 km
  • Atlantis Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Pepe's Piri Piri0.9 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Westfield Court Hotel0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wylde Green0.4 km
  • Chester Road1.0 km
  • Erdington1.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Wylde Green Rail Station0.4 km