Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

CRESTVIEW, B14 4AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRESTVIEW, B14 4AX.

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Population

311

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 38,500 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B14 4AX 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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4/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 38, B14 4AX has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

B14 4AX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Crestview, 0.7km from Warstock in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Highter's Heath ward and the Birmingham, Selly Oak constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 37% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £208k.

Census 2021 statistics for B14 4AX are sourced from Output Area E00045336 (shared with 10 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 B14 4AX. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British63.1%
Asian / British Asian24.2%
Black / African / Caribbean4.5%
Other / Mixed8.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 208,500

1 sales · Mean £ 208,500

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

Crime around B14 4AX is moderate at 53 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.

Violence and sexual offences112
Criminal damage and arson38
Vehicle crime33
Shoplifting30
Burglary23

school Local Schools

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Highters Heath Nursery School

Good49 pupils0.1 km
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Highters Heath Community School

Inadequate0.4 km
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Christ Church, Church of England Secondary Academy

186 pupils0.6 km
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Yardley Wood Community Primary School

Good441 pupils0.7 km
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Grendon Primary School

Good341 pupils0.7 km
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Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School

Outstanding230 pupils1.2 km
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Kings Heath Boys

Good658 pupils1.2 km
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St Alban's Catholic Primary School

Good208 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Yardley Wood Pantry0.3 km
  • AJs Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Post Office0.9 km
  • Drink Box Ltd0.1 km
  • Rumboogie0.6 km
  • + 15 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Yardley Wood Social Club0.3 km
  • E 57 Club0.9 km
  • Horseshoe Inn0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd0.1 km
  • Sweet Chillies0.9 km
  • Tudor Bakery & Cafe0.9 km
  • The Day Saver Cafe0.1 km
  • Classic Fish Bar0.9 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Heron Foods0.1 km
  • Lidl0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Beholden Takeaway0.9 km
  • Oriental Chef0.1 km
  • Classic Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Prince of Wales Fish Bar0.5 km
  • Tariq Balti House0.4 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Yardley Wood1.4 km
  • Shirley2.1 km
  • Whitlocks End2.9 km