B74 2DN is a sought-after residential area on Magnum Close, 0.9km from Streetly in Streetly. Administratively it sits within Streetly ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in B74, B74 2DN offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 86% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £230k, up 2.0% 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 2DN are sourced from Output Area E00052471 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAGNUM CLOSE, B74 2DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAGNUM CLOSE, B74 2DN.
240
46
£ 52,900 /yr
45%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. B74 2DN's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £230k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 2.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B74 2DN. The average age is 46.4. 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
Terraced
£ 200,000
3 sales · Mean £ 208,666
Semi-Detached
£ 220,000
2 sales · Mean £ 220,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B74 2DN 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.
school Local Schools
Lindens Primary School
The Streetly Academy
St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Streetly
Blackwood School
Manor Primary School
Meadow View JMI School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Jasmine House0.6 km
- Rickshaw Takeaway0.6 km
- Blackwood Fish Bar0.8 km
- Spice Inn0.8 km
- Streetly Balti0.8 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Farmer John's0.3 km
- Brew House0.3 km
- The Queslett0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- The Hollies Compass Childrens Home0.6 km
- Breathe Coffee Lounge0.8 km
- Breakfast Express0.8 km
- Indian Nights0.3 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Taylors News0.8 km
- Blackwood Butchers Limited0.8 km
- Blackwood Pharmacy0.8 km
- Bridle Lane Post Office0.8 km
- Select & Save0.3 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Butlers Lane4.1 km
- Four Oaks4.3 km
- Sutton Coldfield4.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B742DN · Data under Open Government Licence