Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

BITON CLOSE, B17 0AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BITON CLOSE, B17 0AL.

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Population

218

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 40,000 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B17 0AL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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7/10
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9/10
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3/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. B17 0AL's low deprivation rank, 61% ownership, and £555k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £555k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

B17 0AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Biton Close, 0.5km from Harborne in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Harborne ward and the Birmingham, Edgbaston constituency.

For families considering a move, B17 0AL represents a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £555k.

Census 2021 statistics for B17 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00046005 (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 B17 0AL. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.3%
Asian / British Asian6.5%
Black / African / Caribbean6.5%
Other / Mixed3.7%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 535,000

3 sales · Mean £ 546,666

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

B17 0AL has low crime rates — 25 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 offences52
Vehicle crime20
Burglary13
Other theft10
Public order7

school Local Schools

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St Peters CofE Primary School

Good456 pupils0.1 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Good421 pupils0.5 km
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Harborne Primary School

Outstanding746 pupils0.6 km
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Baskerville School

Good162 pupils0.6 km
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Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base

Good231 pupils1.0 km
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Water Mill Primary School

Good200 pupils1.3 km
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Paganel Primary School

Good364 pupils1.4 km
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Chad Vale Primary School

Good421 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Texaco Petrol Station1.0 km
  • Grove Lane Local0.7 km
  • Guraya News0.8 km
  • Harborne Off License0.9 km
  • Village News and Convenience0.4 km
  • + 10 more
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Harborne Stores Public House0.9 km
  • Copper Fox Bar & Grill0.8 km
  • Baptist Church0.4 km
  • Harborne Cricket Club0.1 km
  • The Junction0.6 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • Fredericks Cafe & Gelateria (Queen's Park Cafe)0.9 km
  • Arco Lounge0.9 km
  • Cafe Express0.9 km
  • Coffee Tales0.9 km
  • Harborne Kitchen0.8 km
  • + 16 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co Op Convenience Harborne Filling S0.7 km
  • Waitrose Ltd0.9 km
  • Nisa Local0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Caspian Pizza & Grill0.9 km
  • Fresh Bites0.5 km
  • Sunshine0.6 km
  • Lee Take Away0.4 km
  • Saras Kebab House0.5 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The New Inn0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • University (Birmingham)1.7 km
  • Selly Oak2.2 km
  • Five Ways3.6 km