Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

ISLINGTON ROW MIDDLEWAY, B15 1LD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ISLINGTON ROW MIDDLEWAY, B15 1LD.

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Population

282

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 39,900 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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2/10
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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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4/10
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5/10
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1/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines B15 1LD — 54% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.

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

B15 1LD is an active urban area on Islington Row Middleway, 0.5km from Calthorpe Fields in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Edgbaston ward and the Birmingham, Edgbaston constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 51% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 134 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £110k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for B15 1LD are sourced from Output Area E00045607 (shared with 67 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 B15 1LD. The average age is 33.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British46.5%
Asian / British Asian19.7%
Black / African / Caribbean20.8%
Other / Mixed13.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 5%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 155,500

8 sales · Mean £ 147,937

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

Crime around B15 1LD is above average at 134 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences426
Shoplifting143
Other theft122
Vehicle crime114
Anti-social behaviour66

school Local Schools

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City Academy

824 pupils0.7 km
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St John's & St Peter's CofE Academy

Good208 pupils0.7 km
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St George's Church of England Primary School

Good211 pupils0.8 km
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St Thomas Centre Nursery School

Outstanding114 pupils0.8 km
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James Brindley School

Good128 pupils0.8 km
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Oasis Academy Woodview

Requires Improvement407 pupils1.0 km
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St Thomas CofE Academy

Outstanding234 pupils1.0 km
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Nelson Junior and Infant School

Good432 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

29 nearby
  • Nisa Local0.8 km
  • Loki Wines0.4 km
  • Amiris Dessert and Lounge0.6 km
  • Lane7 Birmingham0.8 km
  • The Community Shop1.0 km
  • + 24 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

16 nearby
  • The Edgbaston Hotel0.6 km
  • The Plough And Harrow0.7 km
  • Crowne Plaza1.0 km
  • Novotel0.5 km
  • Park Regis Hotel0.1 km
  • + 11 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

44 nearby
  • Nuffield Fitness And Wellbeing0.3 km
  • Walkabout Birmingham (88th Street, V0.8 km
  • Ladywood Social Club0.6 km
  • Spearmint Rhino0.6 km
  • Craven Arms0.9 km
  • + 39 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

142 nearby
  • Meat Club0.9 km
  • Starbucks - Unit 10.5 km
  • The Blue Piano0.4 km
  • The Highfield0.5 km
  • Costa Drive Thru0.3 km
  • + 137 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

21 nearby
  • Sicilian Pizza0.9 km
  • Sweet Bae0.9 km
  • Sandwich Club0.0 km
  • Baguette du Monde0.7 km
  • Pizza Hut - Unit 30.5 km
  • + 16 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.9 km
  • Morville Stores0.6 km
  • Spar0.7 km
  • Tesco Express0.9 km
  • Sainsburys0.7 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Five Ways0.4 km
  • Birmingham New Street1.4 km
  • Birmingham Snow Hill1.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Five Ways Rail Station0.3 km
  • Five Ways (Midland Metro Stop)0.3 km
  • Edgbaston Village (Midland Metro Stop)0.4 km