B18 4DJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wood Green Road, 0.6km from St. Cuthbert's in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within North Edgbaston ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.
This 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. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 106 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £90k, 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 B18 4DJ are sourced from Output Area E00047398 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOOD GREEN ROAD, B18 4DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOOD GREEN ROAD, B18 4DJ.
375
31
£ 33,200 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B18 4DJ 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
B18 4DJ has a highly multicultural community character — 59% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 31 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B18 4DJ. The average age is 31.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Terraced
£ 115,000
7 sales · Mean £ 104,071
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B18 4DJ is above average at 106 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Summerfield Junior and Infant School
City Road Primary School
Oasis Academy Foundry
Cape Primary School
Barford Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Shireland Hall Primary Academy
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
48 nearby- D & B Wines0.5 km
- General Stores0.5 km
- M K Foodstore0.6 km
- Londis Parkside Service Station0.8 km
- Costcutter0.8 km
- + 43 more
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- BRRGRR Birmingham0.5 km
- Red Fried Chicken0.2 km
- Netty's Carribean & English0.7 km
- Coffee Culture City Hospital0.7 km
- Coffee Shop - Maternity0.7 km
- + 18 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Farmfoods0.9 km
- Alam-Sar Supermarket Ltd0.3 km
- Amir Supermarket0.3 km
- Kurdistan Supermarket0.3 km
- Lidl Uk Gmbh0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Cape Hill Chippy0.8 km
- Arches Sandwich Bar0.9 km
- Classic Fish Bar & Kebab House0.2 km
- Watan Afghan Street Food0.2 km
- Alton Takeaway0.2 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Old Windmill0.8 km
- Soho Foundary Tavern1.0 km
- Caribbean Delight0.3 km
- Community Action Project1.0 km
- Barford Road Members Club0.6 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Smethwick1.8 km
- Jewellery Quarter2.0 km
- Smethwick Rolfe Street2.0 km
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Postcode Profile: B184DJ · Data under Open Government Licence