B19 1DB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hamstead Road, 0.4km from Gib Heath in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Lozells ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B19 1DB 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. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. With residents averaging 35 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham. Full-time employment stands at 18% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 92 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £325k. 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 B19 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00045166 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAMSTEAD ROAD, B19 1DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAMSTEAD ROAD, B19 1DB.
341
35
£ 30,900 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B19 1DB 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
With 41% social renting, B19 1DB is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 35-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 B19 1DB. The average age is 34.6. 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: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 325,000
17 sales · Mean £ 279,958
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B19 1DB is above average at 92 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.
school Local Schools
St Francis Catholic Primary School
King Edward VI Handsworth School
Nishkam Primary School Birmingham
St Michael's CofE Primary Academy, Handsworth
Welford Primary School
Anglesey Primary School
Benson Community School
Heathfield Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
45 nearby- Domdines0.6 km
- Flamin Charcoal Grill0.9 km
- Peppers City Takeout0.8 km
- Race Advice & Support Network0.3 km
- Jaflong Grill N Burger0.7 km
- + 40 more
Retailers - Other
53 nearby- Eggfree Cake Box Handsworth Ltd1.0 km
- Marks Chemist1.0 km
- City Shop0.3 km
- Fruit And Vegetable Hall0.3 km
- Healthstop Pharmacy0.5 km
- + 48 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Khans Foodstore Ltd1.0 km
- International Supermarket1.0 km
- Jamil Foodstore0.7 km
- International Mini Market0.5 km
- S & D Supermarket1.0 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
35 nearby- Platinum Spoon0.8 km
- Subway / Food to Go0.6 km
- TT Pizza0.5 km
- SK Convenience Store (Life Style Exp0.8 km
- All Greek Street Food1.0 km
- + 30 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Black Eagle0.6 km
- The Kulture Bar & Restaurant0.9 km
- Whitehouse Public House0.8 km
- Railway Inn0.7 km
- Soho Tavern0.7 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Jewellery Quarter1.2 km
- Perry Barr2.2 km
- Birmingham Snow Hill2.2 km
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Postcode Profile: B191DB · Data under Open Government Licence