B15 1HS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.9km from Chad Valley in Birmingham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Ladywood ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.
This is a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 29) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. The area has a notably diverse population — 65% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 97 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. 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 B15 1HS are sourced from Output Area E00175717 (shared with 662 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B15 1HS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B15 1HS.
462
29
£ 39,300 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B15 1HS 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.
Area Character
B15 1HS has a significant social housing presence — 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 29-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B15 1HS. The average age is 29.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B15 1HS is above average at 97 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.
school Local Schools
St George's Church of England Primary School
The Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School
St John's & St Peter's CofE Academy
St Paul's School for Girls
Barford Primary School
Nelson Junior and Infant School
Harborne Academy
Chad Vale Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
51 nearby- Midland Sailing Club0.9 km
- Mander Portman Woodward0.8 km
- Mr Mulligans0.6 km
- Sody's Breakfast & Lunch0.1 km
- Subway0.6 km
- + 46 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
12 nearby- Birmingham Marriott Hotel0.7 km
- Cobden Hotel Ltd0.6 km
- Travel Lodge0.6 km
- Travelodge0.6 km
- Birmingham Strathallan Hotel0.5 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- The Duck Beefeater0.8 km
- Broadway Casino0.6 km
- The Vine0.7 km
- Nuffield Fitness And Wellbeing0.6 km
- Rainbow Casino Ltd0.6 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- BCP Midlands Ltd0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- Chick Chuck0.1 km
- Dixy Chicken0.6 km
- FoodFiction0.9 km
- + 13 more
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- Select and Save0.8 km
- Family Action Ladywood Food Club0.0 km
- Food and Booze 240.1 km
- Jupiter Convienence Store0.7 km
- S&A Stores0.1 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Safeburys Supermarket0.2 km
- Morville Stores0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Five Ways1.2 km
- Jewellery Quarter2.1 km
- Birmingham New Street2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Edgbaston Village (Midland Metro Stop)0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B151HS · Data under Open Government Licence