Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

BRABHAM CRESCENT, B74 2BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRABHAM CRESCENT, B74 2BN.

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Population

350

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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10/10
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6/10
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8/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, B74 2BN combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£336k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 18.9% year-on-year.

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

B74 2BN is a sought-after residential area on Brabham Crescent, 0.9km from Kings Standing Wood in Streetly. Administratively it sits within Streetly ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in B74, B74 2BN offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 92% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £336k, up 18.9% 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 B74 2BN are sourced from Output Area E00052479 (shared with 5 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 B74 2BN. 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

White / British82.2%
Asian / British Asian14.9%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 303,750

8 sales · Mean £ 302,500

Terraced

£ 265,000

6 sales · Mean £ 263,833

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

B74 2BN has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences37
Criminal damage and arson4
Vehicle crime4
Public order3
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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The Streetly Academy

Good1533 pupils0.3 km
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Lindens Primary School

Outstanding454 pupils0.3 km
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Meadow View JMI School

Good473 pupils1.2 km
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St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Streetly

Outstanding238 pupils1.3 km
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Manor Primary School

Good395 pupils1.3 km
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Kingsland Primary School (NC)

Good340 pupils1.4 km
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Blackwood School

Good697 pupils1.4 km
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Sundridge Primary School

Requires Improvement164 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Brew House0.3 km
  • The Queslett0.4 km
  • Farmer John's0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Bakers Lane Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Streetly Takeaway0.3 km
  • Jasmine House0.8 km
  • Rickshaw Takeaway0.8 km
  • Jade Garden0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Hollies Compass Childrens Home0.7 km
  • Toby Carvery Streetly0.7 km
  • Indian Nights0.3 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Cooksey Lane Community Hub1.0 km
  • Costcutter0.8 km
  • Select & Save0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Butlers Lane4.1 km
  • Four Oaks4.1 km
  • Sutton Coldfield4.2 km