B21 0BD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Holyhead Road, 0.9km from St. Silas in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Holyhead ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B21 0BD 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. 28% 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 16% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £245k. 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 B21 0BD are sourced from Output Area E00047374 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLYHEAD ROAD, B21 0BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLYHEAD ROAD, B21 0BD.
349
33
£ 35,500 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B21 0BD 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
Economic hardship is measurable here. B21 0BD's IMD rank, 7% unemployment, and 28% social renting combine to signal above-average deprivation — though affordable prices and community resilience are noted strengths. Crime is moderate, better than deprivation indicators alone might suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B21 0BD. The average age is 33.5. 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
£ 245,000
1 sales · Mean £ 245,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B21 0BD is moderate at 57 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
St James Church of England Primary School, Handsworth
Wattville Primary School
Holyhead School
Hamilton School
St John Wall Catholic School
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Sandwell Academy
Rookery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
21 nearby- Dine Contract Catering (Allied Bakeries canteen)0.9 km
- The Latin Cafe0.8 km
- Bobby's Punjabi Food Corner1.0 km
- Pho Viet 370.6 km
- The Midlands Buddhist Association0.6 km
- + 16 more
Retailers - Other
41 nearby- M and A Minimarket0.2 km
- Frykas0.9 km
- Hoang Yen Supermarket0.6 km
- Huong Que Supermarket0.9 km
- Lalish Mini Market0.2 km
- + 36 more
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- Chick King Fish Bar0.3 km
- Bamo Traditional Nann0.6 km
- Chip N Whale0.2 km
- Fast 1 Pizza0.6 km
- Garmyan0.3 km
- + 15 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Flat Above0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Farmfoods Ltd0.7 km
- Lidl0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Royal Oak0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- The Hawthorns0.7 km
- Smethwick Rolfe Street1.7 km
- Smethwick1.9 km
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Postcode Profile: B210BD · Data under Open Government Licence