B19 1EL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Barker Street, 0.5km from Lozells in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Lozells ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B19 1EL 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 in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 62% 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 10% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 83 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £160k, 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 B19 1EL are sourced from Output Area E00045242 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARKER STREET, B19 1EL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARKER STREET, B19 1EL.
304
33
£ 30,900 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B19 1EL 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
B19 1EL has a significant social housing presence — 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 33-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 1EL. The average age is 32.7. 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
£ 160,000
1 sales · Mean £ 160,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B19 1EL is moderate at 83 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
Welford Primary School
St Francis Catholic Primary School
Anglesey Primary School
King Edward VI Handsworth School
Heathfield Primary School
Nishkam Primary School Birmingham
St Michael's CofE Primary Academy, Handsworth
St Clare's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
53 nearby- Karim Meat Shop0.8 km
- New Zam Zam Store0.5 km
- Bismillah Bakery0.7 km
- Cape Coast Market0.3 km
- New Medina Supermarket Ltd0.7 km
- + 48 more
Restaurant, Cafe
49 nearby- Aroma Coffee House0.6 km
- Banoful Sweet Centre0.9 km
- Chaiibox0.5 km
- Handsworth Masonic Hall0.3 km
- Yankie's0.8 km
- + 44 more
Takeaway Shop
31 nearby- Charlies Kitchen0.9 km
- Dixy Chicken0.7 km
- Shazanz0.3 km
- A K Kebab House0.5 km
- Red Ruby0.8 km
- + 26 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Whitehouse Public House0.9 km
- Black Eagle0.8 km
- VIP 144 Restaurant Bar Dancing Club0.9 km
- The Stork Public House0.8 km
- Railway Inn0.9 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Jamil Foodstore0.5 km
- Umeed Superstore0.5 km
- International Mini Market0.2 km
- Heathfield Supermarket1.0 km
- Fish Bazar Limited0.8 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Henlon House0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Jewellery Quarter1.4 km
- Perry Barr1.9 km
- Birmingham Snow Hill2.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B191EL · Data under Open Government Licence