Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

DOLOBRAN ROAD, B11 1HJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOLOBRAN ROAD, B11 1HJ.

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Population

593

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Avg Age

30

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Avg Income

£ 27,300 /yr

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Employed

31%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: B11 1HJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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

Cultural diversity defines B11 1HJ — 65% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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

B11 1HJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Dolobran Road, 0.3km from Sparkbrook in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Sparkbrook & Balsall Heath East ward and the Birmingham, Hall Green constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, B11 1HJ is the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. An average age of 30 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 34% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham. Full-time employment stands at 15% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £66k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for B11 1HJ are sourced from Output Area E00047470 (shared with 5 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 B11 1HJ. The average age is 29.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British4.5%
Asian / British Asian64.7%
Black / African / Caribbean13.4%
Other / Mixed17.4%

Economic Activity

31%Active
FT: 15%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 66,700

1 sales · Mean £ 66,700

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

B11 1HJ has low crime rates — 40 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 offences161
Vehicle crime39
Other theft35
Criminal damage and arson31
Drugs24

school Local Schools

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Montgomery Primary Academy

Good513 pupils0.1 km
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Gracelands Nursery School

Outstanding80 pupils0.2 km
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Holy Trinity Catholic School

Good671 pupils0.4 km
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Christ Church CofE Controlled Primary School and Nursery

Outstanding230 pupils0.4 km
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Conway Primary School

Good422 pupils0.5 km
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Ladypool Primary School

Good321 pupils0.6 km
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The Olive School, Small Heath

Inadequate421 pupils0.7 km
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Regents Park Community Primary School

Good499 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

87 nearby
  • JJHP Ltd0.7 km
  • Masaka Food Store0.6 km
  • Pound Village Birmingham Ltd0.6 km
  • Golden Xpress0.7 km
  • H Y H Butchers and Grocers0.3 km
  • + 82 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Gate0.9 km
  • Snooker Club 1470.9 km
  • Bordesley Labour Club0.6 km
  • Mcdwyers1.0 km
  • The Marlborough0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

96 nearby
  • Al-Uruba Cafe0.8 km
  • Aziz Cafe0.6 km
  • Bun and Co0.9 km
  • Cha Sha0.8 km
  • City Star Internet Cafe0.7 km
  • + 91 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Raja Brothers Supermarket1.0 km
  • Taza Food Limited0.9 km
  • Azad Supermarket0.9 km
  • Quddsi Cash & Carry-Zeher Asia LTD1.0 km
  • Al Saada Supermarket0.6 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

32 nearby
  • Chung Shing0.9 km
  • Flora Catering0.3 km
  • Junaids0.6 km
  • Shawarma Wala0.9 km
  • The Cluster Kitchen1.0 km
  • + 27 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Ibis Birmingham Bordesley1.0 km
  • The New Birmingham Hotel Ltd0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Small Heath0.7 km
  • Bordesley1.1 km
  • Tyseley2.3 km