Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

HAZELWOOD ROAD, B74 3RW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAZELWOOD ROAD, B74 3RW.

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Population

263

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Avg Age

43

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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.

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9/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. B74 3RW's low deprivation rank, 89% ownership, and £340k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

B74 3RW is a sought-after residential area on Hazelwood Road, 0.6km 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 3RW offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 89% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k. 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 3RW are sourced from Output Area E00052452 (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 B74 3RW. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.1%
Asian / British Asian12.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 325,500

9 sales · Mean £ 313,027

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

B74 3RW has low crime rates — 9 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 offences13
Vehicle crime7
Burglary3
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Blackwood School

Good697 pupils0.4 km
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St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Streetly

Outstanding238 pupils0.5 km
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Manor Primary School

Good395 pupils1.1 km
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Lindens Primary School

Outstanding454 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Blackwood Butchers Limited0.6 km
  • Blackwood Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Bridle Lane Post Office0.6 km
  • Streetly Stores0.6 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.6 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Breathe Coffee Lounge0.6 km
  • Breakfast Express0.9 km
  • Peninsular Cantonese Restaurant1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Veseyans Rugby Club0.7 km
  • Foley Arms0.3 km
  • Hardwick Arms0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Spice Inn0.6 km
  • Streetly Balti0.9 km
  • Blackwood Fish Bar0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Butlers Lane4.3 km
  • Blake Street4.5 km
  • Four Oaks4.8 km