B74 2DP is a safe, established residential area on Aldridge Road, 0.6km from Kings Standing Wood in Streetly. Administratively it sits within Streetly ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a large scale education zone — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 93% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Walsall.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k, down 14.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B74 2DP are sourced from Output Area E00052478 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALDRIDGE ROAD, B74 2DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALDRIDGE ROAD, B74 2DP.
330
44
£ 51,400 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B74 2DP 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.
Area Character
B74 2DP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 93% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 14.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B74 2DP. 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
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 289,000
8 sales · Mean £ 277,437
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B74 2DP has low crime rates — 13 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.
school Local Schools
Lindens Primary School
The Streetly Academy
Meadow View JMI School
Kingsland Primary School (NC)
Sundridge Primary School
Sutton Park Primary
The Bridge School
Pheasey Park Farm Primary School and Early Years Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Brew House0.6 km
- The Queslett0.1 km
- Deers Leap0.7 km
- Farmer John's0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Bakers Lane Fish Bar0.6 km
- Harleys Fish Bar and Pizza0.9 km
- Ruby Cantonese Takeaway0.5 km
- Jade Garden0.6 km
- Streetly Takeaway0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.8 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Select & Save0.6 km
- Cooksey Lane Community Hub0.6 km
- Costcutter0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Toby Carvery Streetly0.6 km
- Indian Nights0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sutton Coldfield4.2 km
- Four Oaks4.3 km
- Butlers Lane4.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B742DP · Data under Open Government Licence