B34 Postcode Area Information
Area Overview
The postcode area is located in the Birmingham, Birmingham postcode town, in the West Midlands, England region.
The B34 postcode area is located within Birmingham, England, an important and bustling city known for its rich history and vibrant cultural scene. This area, more specifically known as Shard End, is situated to the east of Birmingham city centre. Shard End boasts a residential setting with numerous amenities.
Geographically, the area is mostly flat with some open green spaces providing residents with opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities. The Kingfisher Country Park, a significant feature in the area, offers a stunning environment to walk, cycle, and bird watch.
The postcode area is well-served by public transport with regular bus services connecting it to various parts of Birmingham. Moreover, the Lea Hall and Stechford rail stations provide convenient rail links to larger hubs, including Birmingham city centre and beyond. The Birmingham Airport is also a short drive away, facilitating national or international travel.
The B34 postcode area is home to several schools and colleges making it popular among families, while shopping and dining amenities can be found at the Shard End Crescent and nearby Castle Bromwich. Despite its residential nature, Shard End offers good access to the bustling city centre with its commercial and entertainment facilities, indirectly enhancing the standard of living in this postcode area.
Notably, the area is also known for its close proximity to the M6 motorway, providing excellent road links for those commuting to other parts of the UK, which ultimately makes B34 one of the sought-after residential areas within the city of Birmingham.
A Major part of this postcode area has a young, diverse community with many residents born in Africa, facing some challenges.
Residents:
- Mostly young adults, many born in Africa.
- Fewer married couples and families with children compared to similar areas.
- Diverse mix of ethnicities, with Black and mixed backgrounds well-represented.
- English may not be everyone's main language.
Housing:
- Mainly overcrowded flats rented from the government (social housing).
Lifestyle:
- Many residents work in basic jobs (elementary occupations).
- Few residents have college degrees.
- Not many households have multiple cars.
Overall: a big area of B34 postcode district represents a vibrant and diverse community with a young population. However, many residents face challenges like overcrowded housing, limited English fluency, and basic job opportunities. Remember, this is a general overview, and individual experiences may vary greatly.
It's important to note that this description generalizes the area and individual experiences may vary.
The postcode area covers Bromford & Hodge Hill, Glebe Farm & Tile Cross, Shard End electoral wards.
B34 Postcode Map
Age
Ethinicity
Deprivation
Education
Occupation
Religion
B34 Area Demographics
(from Census 2021)The population of B34 postcode area is 20,593. 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 11,882, followed by Pakistani, with a total of 3,893. In terms of religion, most people mentioned Christian (7,605), followed by No religion (6,229).
Deprivation
As for deprivation, most of the area is deprived in one dimension (3,253), followed by at least not deprived in any dimension (2,961).
Economic Status
Most people in the nearby area mentioned they are Employee: Full-time (5,243), while 3,199 adults mentioned they are Retired.
Education
Regarding education, 5,102 adults have Does not apply education, while 2,525 have Level 3 education. The most common occupations are
- Elementary occupations (1212)
- Professional occupations (999), and
- Process, plant and machine operatives (946)
Age
The average age of people living in area is 37 years old. The top three age distributions are: Below 14 (7983), Between 25 to 34 (4996), and Between 15 to 24 (4509).
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 Routine occupations (2,649) followed by Never worked and long-term unemployed (2,487), and Semi-routine occupations (2,290).
Postcodes in B34
There are total 2 postcode sectors present in the B34 (listed below). The postcode B34 has a total of 356 postcodes.
ONS Administrative Info
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Area | B34 |
| Ward | Bromford & Hodge Hill Glebe Farm & Tile Cross Shard End |
| LTLA22 | Birmingham |
| UTLA22 | Birmingham |
| Region | West Midlands |
| Country | England |
B34 Crime Statstics
Crime rate over the last 12 Months
Crime rate by Month
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
Other crime
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Robbery
Shoplifting
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
B34 Property Statstics
Sold House Prices over the last 12 Months
Sold House Prices by Month
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Flat | £130,000.00 | £130,000.00 - £130,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £218,500.00 | £218,500.00 - £218,500.00 | 1 |
| Terraced | £190,000.00 | £190,000.00 - £190,000.00 | 1 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Semi-Detached | £227,500.00 | £180,000.00 - £275,000.00 | 2 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Terraced | £182,500.00 | £130,000.00 - £220,000.00 | 4 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £335,000.00 | £250,000.00 - £420,000.00 | 2 |
| Flat | £113,750.00 | £112,500.00 - £115,000.00 | 2 |
| Semi-Detached | £243,750.00 | £212,000.00 - £281,000.00 | 3 |
| Terraced | £179,500.00 | £24,000.00 - £250,000.00 | 5 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Terraced | £177,500.00 | £135,000.00 - £300,000.00 | 3 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Semi-Detached | £258,000.00 | £258,000.00 - £258,000.00 | 1 |
| Terraced | £205,000.00 | £200,000.00 - £210,000.00 | 2 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Flat | £135,000.00 | £135,000.00 - £135,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £234,500.00 | £217,000.00 - £255,000.00 | 4 |
| Terraced | £190,900.00 | £165,000.00 - £228,000.00 | 6 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Flat | £102,500.00 | £90,000.00 - £119,500.00 | 3 |
| Other | £100,000.00 | £100,000.00 - £100,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £200,375.00 | £171,000.00 - £248,500.00 | 3 |
| Terraced | £245,416.67 | £180,000.00 - £272,500.00 | 4 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £255,000.00 | £255,000.00 - £255,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £245,748.75 | £220,000.00 - £264,995.00 | 4 |
| Terraced | £206,307.14 | £63,500.00 - £246,000.00 | 9 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Flat | £125,000.00 | £125,000.00 - £125,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £154,470.00 | £75,000.00 - £266,820.00 | 6 |
| Terraced | £202,100.00 | £165,000.00 - £305,000.00 | 11 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £342,500.00 | £207,500.00 - £410,000.00 | 3 |
| Flat | £80,750.00 | £66,000.00 - £125,000.00 | 4 |
| Semi-Detached | £166,500.00 | £110,000.00 - £275,000.00 | 9 |
| Terraced | £201,125.00 | £138,000.00 - £275,000.00 | 9 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Flat | £121,250.00 | £100,000.00 - £142,500.00 | 2 |
| Semi-Detached | £232,142.86 | £177,000.00 - £320,000.00 | 7 |
| Terraced | £214,209.63 | £124,966.00 - £355,000.00 | 20 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £330,000.00 | £330,000.00 - £330,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £199,500.00 | £155,000.00 - £325,000.00 | 6 |
| Terraced | £197,050.00 | £142,000.00 - £225,000.00 | 12 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £265,000.00 | £265,000.00 - £265,000.00 | 1 |
| Flat | £80,000.00 | £80,000.00 - £80,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £242,210.50 | £208,000.00 - £336,842.00 | 4 |
| Terraced | £191,458.33 | £150,000.00 - £240,000.00 | 8 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Other | £195,000.00 | £195,000.00 - £195,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £215,000.00 | £215,000.00 - £215,000.00 | 1 |
| Terraced | £174,785.71 | £36,000.00 - £280,000.00 | 7 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £220,000.00 | £220,000.00 - £220,000.00 | 1 |
| Flat | £90,000.00 | £50,000.00 - £130,000.00 | 2 |
| Semi-Detached | £272,500.00 | £220,000.00 - £325,000.00 | 2 |
| Terraced | £167,500.00 | £55,000.00 - £240,000.00 | 8 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Flat | £85,000.00 | £85,000.00 - £85,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £252,857.14 | £200,000.00 - £310,000.00 | 7 |
| Terraced | £206,000.00 | £175,000.00 - £240,000.00 | 8 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Flat | £90,000.00 | £90,000.00 - £90,000.00 | 1 |
| Other | £858,280.00 | £858,280.00 - £858,280.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £223,900.00 | £205,000.00 - £245,000.00 | 5 |
| Terraced | £192,250.00 | £70,000.00 - £229,000.00 | 6 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Flat | £230,000.00 | £230,000.00 - £230,000.00 | 1 |
| Semi-Detached | £224,300.00 | £208,000.00 - £248,500.00 | 5 |
| Terraced | £212,175.00 | £167,000.00 - £250,000.00 | 11 |
| House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
| Detached | £310,000.00 | £310,000.00 - £310,000.00 | 1 |
| Flat | £105,500.00 | £90,000.00 - £123,000.00 | 3 |
| Semi-Detached | £147,791.67 | £58,750.00 - £325,000.00 | 7 |
| Terraced | £208,500.00 | £180,000.00 - £252,000.00 | 4 |
Schools
| Name | Pupils | Age | Postcode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colebourne Primary SchoolPrimary, Good | 463 | 3-11 | B346BJ |
| Beaufort SchoolSpecial, Outstanding | 87 | 2-11 | B346BJ |
| Timberley AcademyPrimary, Good | 685 | 3-11 | B347RL |
| Heathlands Primary AcademyPrimary, Requires improvement | 425 | 3-11 | B346NB |
| Hillstone Primary SchoolPrimary, Good | 473 | 2-11 | B347PY |
| Brownmead Primary AcademyPrimary, Good | 315 | 5-11 | B346SS |
| Guardian Angels Catholic Primary SchoolPrimary, Good | 232 | 4-11 | B347HN |
Amenities
- Costcutter, B34 7NA
- Hodge Hill Mini Market, B34 6EA
- Post Office, B34 6QU
- Poundland, B34 7EH
- Brook Meadow, B34 6TW
- Elderlink, B34 6DB
- Heathway Public House, B34 6LS
- Shard End Social Club, B34 7RN
- The Crown Members Club, B34 7HP
- The Raven, B34 6DR
- Aylesford Hall, B34 7RL
- Bugsy's Cafe, B34 6QU
- Deluxe Dessert, B34 7ED
- Coleey's Cafe and Desserts, B34 7AH
- Dixy Chicken Castle Bromwich, B34 7ED
- Heron Foods, B34 6LS
- Co-Operative Supermarket, B34 7AZ
- Iceland Foods Plc, B34 7EH
- Midlands Co-Op, B34 7BP
- Tesco Stores Limited, B34 7EH
- Atlantis Fish Bar, B34 7HR
- Greggs, B34 7EH
- Happy Garden Takeaway, B34 7EF
- Heathway Pizza, B34 6LS
- New Seaway Fish Shop, B34 6QU
- Briarscroft Home, B34 7PB
- Clh Care Homes Ltd, B34 7RT
- Coppice Child Care Shard End Ltd, B34 7RE
- Greswold House, B34 6HA
- Hartshill Creche, B34 6QU
- Smokey Dokey, B34 6EA
- Mollie's Kitchen, B34 7DP
- Bugsy's Bakery, B34 6QU
- Burger Shack - Hodgehill, B34 6EA
- Castle Bromwich Baptist Church, B34 7EH
- Castle Bromwich Methodist Church, B34 6SJ
- CPB Foods, B34 6PH
- Brownmead Primary Academy, B34 6SS
- Colebourne Primary School, B34 6BJ
- Guardian Angels Junior And Infants School, B34 7HN
- Heathlands Primary Academy, B34 6NB
- Hillstone Primary Academy School, B34 7PY