B20 1DL is a safe, established residential area on Hamstead Hill, 0.3km from Brown's Green in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Handsworth Wood ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £351k.
Census 2021 statistics for B20 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00047001 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAMSTEAD HILL, B20 1DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAMSTEAD HILL, B20 1DL.
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£ 47,600 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines B20 1DL — 72% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B20 1DL. The average age is 40.4. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 337,000
1 sales · Mean £ 337,000
Semi-Detached
£ 314,500
2 sales · Mean £ 314,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B20 1DL has low crime rates — 22 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.
school Local Schools
Grestone Academy
Cherry Orchard Primary School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy
Dorrington Academy
Hamstead Hall Academy
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Rookery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Mega Chicken0.9 km
- Omni Sweet Centre0.9 km
- Biggapot Caribbean0.9 km
- Bing0.9 km
- Minhs Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- The Off Licence0.6 km
- Lifestyle Express0.5 km
- Handsworth Wood Convenience Store0.6 km
- Anns Newsagent1.0 km
- Little Jamaica Food Shop1.0 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- First Class Grill0.5 km
- The Garden Gate0.6 km
- Istanbul Restaurant0.8 km
- Shaorma BBX1.0 km
- Fika Moment1.0 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Handsworth Wood Bowling Club0.6 km
- The Village Inn0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Delton Foods1.0 km
- Lidl UK GmbH0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hamstead1.0 km
- Perry Barr2.1 km
- The Hawthorns2.8 km
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Postcode Profile: B201DL · Data under Open Government Licence