B30 Postcode Area Information
Area Overview
The postcode area is located in the Birmingham, Birmingham postcode town, in the West Midlands, England region.
The B30 postcode area is located in England, within the region of Birmingham. A predominantly residential area, B30 has a rich blend of urban living and green spaces, serving as home to numerous amenities such as supermarkets, restaurants, pubs, a variety of shops, schools, and healthcare facilities.
Covering the Cotteridge, Stirchley, Bournville, and parts of Kings Norton, the area is largely suburban with terraced houses from the Victorian and Edwardian eras. It has a strong historical connection to the renowned Cadbury's Chocolate factory based in Bournville, which is a significant landmark within the area.
In terms of geographical features, the B30 post code area is flat with gently undulating terrain. It holds several parks and green spaces that significantly contribute to the area's charm such as Bournville Park, Cotteridge Park, and Kings Norton Nature Reserve which are suitable locations for outdoor activities and leisure. The Worcester and Birmingham Canal flows through the region connecting it with other parts of the city.
The B30 has excellent transportation links. The area is served by multiple bus lines and has Bournville railway station on the Cross-City Line providing efficient train services across Birmingham. It benefits from the ease of access to commuter routes and the Midlands motorway network, including the M5 and M42. The area is less than a 15-minute drive from Birmingham city centre, which reduces commute times, making it a viable residential choice for workers in the city. Overall, B30's blend of urban facilities and tranquil environment makes it a popular and vibrant locale.
A Major part of this postcode area has a young and diverse community with families living in spacious, rented houses.
Residents:
- Mostly younger couples and families, some divorced.
- A diverse mix of ethnicities, especially Black residents.
- Less likely to be students or graduates compared to similar areas.
- More likely to have qualifications from high school programs (GCSE) or apprenticeships.
Housing:
- Mainly detached or semi-detached houses rented from the government (social housing).
Lifestyle:
- Many residents work in factory jobs (machine operatives) or skilled trades.
Overall: a big area of B30 postcode district represents a vibrant and diverse community with young families enjoying spacious, affordable housing. While there are fewer students and professionals, it offers a stable environment for families starting out.
It's important to note that this description generalizes the area and individual experiences may vary.
The postcode area covers Bournbrook & Selly Park, Bournville & Cotteridge, Brandwood & King's Heath, Druids Heath & Monyhull, King's Norton North, King's Norton South, Stirchley electoral wards.
B30 Postcode Map
Age
Ethinicity
Deprivation
Education
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Religion
B30 Area Demographics
(from Census 2021)The population of B30 postcode area is 28,402. In England, the male population is 28,833,712 and the female population is 27,656,336, according to the 2021 census.
Ethnicity & Religion
According to the latest 2021 census, The main ethnicity of the people in the area is White: English, with a total of 20,647, followed by White: Other White, with a total of 1,124. In terms of religion, most people mentioned Christian (12,634), followed by No religion (11,273).
Deprivation
As for deprivation, most of the area is not deprived in any dimension (8,184), followed by at least deprived in one dimension (5,733).
Economic Status
Most people in the nearby area mentioned they are Employee: Full-time (11,580), while 6,591 adults mentioned they are Retired.
Education
Regarding education, 9,410 adults have Level 4 education, while 3,638 have Level 3 education. The most common occupations are
- Professional occupations (4037)
- Associate professional and technical occupations (1943), and
- Managers, directors and senior officials (1426)
Age
The average age of people living in area is 40 years old. The top three age distributions are: Below 14 (10449), Between 25 to 34 (8455), and Between 35 to 44 (8049).
NS-SEC
The NS-SEC defines and measures social class and is considered a reliable indicator of a person's class status. As per the 2021 census, most of the population has Lower managerial, administrative and professional occupations (5,401) followed by Higher managerial, administrative and professional occupations (3,484), and Intermediate occupations (2,745).
Postcodes in B30
There are total 4 postcode sectors present in the B30 (listed below). The postcode B30 has a total of 903 postcodes.
ONS Administrative Info
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Area | B30 |
| Ward | Bournbrook & Selly Park Bournville & Cotteridge Brandwood & King's Heath Druids Heath & Monyhull King's Norton North King's Norton South Stirchley |
| LTLA22 | Birmingham |
| UTLA22 | Birmingham |
| Region | West Midlands |
| Country | England |
B30 Crime Statstics
Crime rate over the last 12 Months
Crime rate by Month
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
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Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
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Possession of weapons
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Shoplifting
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Bicycle theft
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
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Robbery
Shoplifting
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Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Theft from the person
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
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Robbery
Shoplifting
Theft from the person
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Theft from the person
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Theft from the person
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
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Shoplifting
Theft from the person
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Theft from the person
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Theft from the person
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Shoplifting
Theft from the person
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Theft from the person
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Theft from the person
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Theft from the person
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Theft from the person
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
B30 Property Statstics
Sold House Prices over the last 12 Months
Sold House Prices by Month
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £315,000.00 | £315,000.00 - £315,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £291,000.00 | £272,000.00 - £316,000.00 | 3 |
| Terraced | £280,000.00 | £225,000.00 - £375,000.00 | 3 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £280,000.00 | £215,000.00 - £325,000.00 | 3 |
| Terraced | £239,500.00 | £239,500.00 - £239,500.00 | 1 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Flat | £116,666.67 | £80,000.00 - £165,000.00 | 3 |
| Other | £137,500.00 | £137,500.00 - £137,500.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £438,333.33 | £385,000.00 - £515,000.00 | 3 |
| Terraced | £199,575.00 | £135,000.00 - £400,000.00 | 11 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Flat | £420,000.00 | £420,000.00 - £420,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £325,750.00 | £283,000.00 - £380,000.00 | 4 |
| Terraced | £232,375.00 | £228,000.00 - £243,500.00 | 3 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Other | £275,000.00 | £275,000.00 - £275,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £261,000.00 | £195,000.00 - £354,000.00 | 3 |
| Terraced | £205,800.00 | £120,500.00 - £375,000.00 | 5 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £573,750.00 | £420,000.00 - £965,000.00 | 3 |
| Flat | £134,375.00 | £121,750.00 - £147,000.00 | 2 |
| Other | £278,000.00 | £278,000.00 - £278,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £316,625.00 | £270,000.00 - £470,000.00 | 5 |
| Terraced | £306,944.44 | £180,000.00 - £515,000.00 | 9 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £537,525.00 | £390,000.00 - £685,050.00 | 2 |
| Flat | £119,357.14 | £48,000.00 - £170,000.00 | 7 |
| Semi-Detached | £298,000.00 | £180,000.00 - £320,000.00 | 6 |
| Terraced | £234,858.33 | £117,500.00 - £419,000.00 | 12 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Flat | £129,300.00 | £120,000.00 - £138,600.00 | 2 |
| Other | £4,249,999.00 | £4,249,999.00 - £4,249,999.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £312,412.50 | £289,950.00 - £390,000.00 | 5 |
| Terraced | £271,250.00 | £215,000.00 - £350,000.00 | 7 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Flat | £108,250.00 | £79,000.00 - £165,000.00 | 8 |
| Semi-Detached | £338,333.33 | £255,000.00 - £515,000.00 | 7 |
| Terraced | £309,687.86 | £159,000.00 - £442,500.00 | 15 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Flat | £92,500.00 | £60,000.00 - £134,000.00 | 4 |
| Other | £196,500.00 | £155,000.00 - £238,000.00 | 2 |
| Semi-Detached | £349,571.43 | £215,000.00 - £630,000.00 | 14 |
| Terraced | £278,328.43 | £135,000.00 - £471,500.00 | 20 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £345,000.00 | £345,000.00 - £345,000.00 | 1 |
| Flat | £132,625.00 | £104,000.00 - £165,500.00 | 4 |
| Semi-Detached | £325,133.33 | £130,000.00 - £590,000.00 | 15 |
| Terraced | £189,208.33 | £60,000.00 - £450,000.00 | 22 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £400,000.00 | £350,000.00 - £450,000.00 | 2 |
| Flat | £137,625.00 | £72,000.00 - £165,000.00 | 8 |
| Other | £205,000.00 | £205,000.00 - £205,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £280,996.67 | £140,000.00 - £500,000.00 | 17 |
| Terraced | £262,286.25 | £140,000.00 - £446,040.00 | 12 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £338,500.00 | £170,000.00 - £640,000.00 | 4 |
| Flat | £111,950.00 | £36,750.00 - £145,000.00 | 5 |
| Other | £269,750.00 | £50,000.00 - £362,500.00 | 6 |
| Semi-Detached | £290,625.00 | £165,000.00 - £525,000.00 | 7 |
| Terraced | £286,289.29 | £145,000.00 - £465,000.00 | 14 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £416,250.00 | £407,500.00 - £425,000.00 | 2 |
| Flat | £138,916.67 | £75,000.00 - £325,000.00 | 6 |
| Other | £28,000.00 | £28,000.00 - £28,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £288,892.86 | £240,000.00 - £430,000.00 | 9 |
| Terraced | £239,125.00 | £95,000.00 - £447,500.00 | 12 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £455,500.00 | £428,000.00 - £480,000.00 | 4 |
| Flat | £106,833.33 | £86,000.00 - £143,000.00 | 6 |
| Semi-Detached | £375,590.48 | £230,000.00 - £590,000.00 | 13 |
| Terraced | £241,704.17 | £130,000.00 - £375,000.00 | 16 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £370,500.00 | £357,000.00 - £384,000.00 | 2 |
| Flat | £126,250.00 | £110,000.00 - £142,500.00 | 2 |
| Other | £145,000.00 | £145,000.00 - £145,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £274,166.67 | £205,000.00 - £352,500.00 | 4 |
| Terraced | £270,775.00 | £120,000.00 - £347,500.00 | 12 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £635,000.00 | £415,000.00 - £995,000.00 | 3 |
| Flat | £106,750.00 | £55,000.00 - £140,000.00 | 8 |
| Other | £365,000.00 | £300,000.00 - £430,000.00 | 2 |
| Semi-Detached | £375,396.83 | £200,000.00 - £447,500.00 | 11 |
| Terraced | £234,300.00 | £140,000.00 - £322,000.00 | 10 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £418,750.00 | £405,000.00 - £435,000.00 | 4 |
| Flat | £113,444.44 | £63,000.00 - £145,500.00 | 9 |
| Other | £1,403,116.00 | £16,000.00 - £6,320,580.00 | 5 |
| Semi-Detached | £216,541.67 | £150,000.00 - £298,500.00 | 7 |
| Terraced | £268,408.89 | £176,600.00 - £673,000.00 | 17 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £585,000.00 | £415,000.00 - £755,000.00 | 2 |
| Flat | £144,500.00 | £132,000.00 - £157,000.00 | 2 |
| Semi-Detached | £297,285.71 | £165,000.00 - £525,000.00 | 7 |
| Terraced | £280,833.33 | £233,000.00 - £435,000.00 | 13 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £338,500.00 | £252,000.00 - £425,000.00 | 2 |
| Flat | £130,700.00 | £100,000.00 - £158,000.00 | 5 |
| Other | £315,180.00 | £315,180.00 - £315,180.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £305,569.36 | £210,500.00 - £362,000.00 | 8 |
| Terraced | £289,896.67 | £180,000.00 - £365,000.00 | 18 |
Schools
| Name | Pupils | Age | Postcode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotteridge Primary SchoolPrimary, Good | 445 | 3-11 | B302HT |
| Broadmeadow Junior SchoolPrimary, Good | 219 | 7-11 | B303QJ |
| Broadmeadow Infant SchoolPrimary, Good | 184 | 3-7 | B303QJ |
| Bournville Village PrimaryPrimary, Outstanding | 651 | 5-11 | B301JY |
| King's Norton Boys' SchoolSecondary, Good | 754 | 11-16 | B301DY |
| Lindsworth SchoolSpecial, Requires improvement | 128 | 9-16 | B303QA |
| Kings Norton Girls' SchoolSecondary, Outstanding | 1069 | 11-18 | B301HW |
| Bournville SchoolSecondary, Requires improvement | 665 | 4-16 | B301SH |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary SchoolPrimary, Good | 210 | 4-11 | B301HN |
| Stirchley Primary SchoolPrimary, Good | 218 | 3-11 | B302JL |
| St Francis Church of England Aided Primary School and NurseryPrimary, Requires improvement | 229 | 3-11 | B301LZ |
| Dame Elizabeth Cadbury SchoolSecondary, Good | 837 | 11-19 | B301UL |
| Kings Norton Junior and Infant SchoolPrimary, Inadequate | None | 5-11 | B303EU |
Amenities
- A E Hughes & Son, B30 2EU
- Card Factory, B30 1JA
- Drinks 4 u 2 Limited, B30 3AS
- Lloyds Pharmacy, B30 3DJ
- Post Office, B30 3QH
- Cork and Cage, B30 2JR
- Middleton Hall Hotel, B30 1AF
- Old Farm Hotel, B30 1LA
- The New Dogpool Hotel And Restaurant, B30 2YJ
- Bournville Working Mens Social Club, B30 2DN
- British Oak, B30 2XS
- Cotteridge Social Club, B30 3AS
- Couch, B30 2NT
- Grant Arms, B30 3AU
- 36 Pershore Road South, B30 3EH
- The Shed, Cotteridge Park Community, B30 2EL
- Akash Tandoori Restaurant, B30 2JL
- Akram's Kashmiri Restaurant, B30 2NW
- Alicias Micro Bakehouse, B30 2JR
- Aldi Stores Ltd, B30 2XS
- Co Operative Supermarket, B30 3DJ
- Eden Manna Supermarket LTD, B30 3DX
- Heron Foods, B30 1JA
- Morrisons, B30 2YY
- Balti Bites, B30 2JH
- Bengal Chaa, B30 2YT
- Rio's Traditional Fish and Chips, B30 3AU
- Santi Pizza, B30 2YT
- Sophie'S 2, B30 1JB
- Allison Martin (Childminder), B30 2HF
- Banana Moon Stirchley, B30 2SD
- Bournville Grange, B30 1TX
- Cotteridge House Residential Home, B30 1AB
- Earlswood Nursing Home, B30 3QZ
- OJ Jerk Chicken and Takeaway, B30 1AA
- Piper & Sons, B30 3QE
- SNACK BOX, B30 3AU
- Tasty Treat Grill and Jerk, B30 3AU
- Dainty Little Hands, B30 1SH
- Bournville Junior and Infants School, B30 1JY
- Bournville School, B30 1QJ
- Broadmeadow Infant School, B30 3QJ
- Cotteridge Junior And Infant School, B30 2HT
- Booker Cash & Carry, B30 2YG
- Natural Wellbeing Ltd, B30 3NU
- Specialty Minerals, B30 3JW
- Attic Brew, B30 2DA
- Birmingham Brewing Company, B30 2PF
- Glasshouse Brewery, B30 3DR
- Gopuff, B30 2BU
- Russell & Atwell, B30 2BU
- Travis Perkins Ltd, B30 2BT
- 6 Newhomes Development, B30 3QF
- Balti Hut, B30 2NW