B21 0ES is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Woodland Road, 0.9km from Soho in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Holyhead ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.
Within the B21 district, this postcode is characterised by 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. An average age of 35 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 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 is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £175k, 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 B21 0ES are sourced from Output Area E00047409 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODLAND ROAD, B21 0ES House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODLAND ROAD, B21 0ES.
425
35
£ 35,500 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B21 0ES 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
Cultural diversity defines B21 0ES — 73% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 35 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B21 0ES. The average age is 35.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 138,000
5 sales · Mean £ 149,600
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B21 0ES is moderate at 66 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
Holyhead School
St James Church of England Primary School, Handsworth
Wattville Primary School
Hamilton School
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Rookery School
Oasis Academy Boulton
James Watt Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
25 nearby- The Latin Cafe0.8 km
- Dosa Street(Vegetarian Indian Street0.7 km
- Jashan Restaurant and Sweet Cent Ltd0.7 km
- Kurdistan Restaurant0.7 km
- Soho Community Hall0.6 km
- + 20 more
Retailers - Other
47 nearby- African Caribbean Food Store0.7 km
- Jay Mini Market Ltd0.9 km
- Clarence News0.2 km
- Ksb Foods Limited0.5 km
- Labbaik Butchers0.1 km
- + 42 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Desi Sweet Centre0.8 km
- Erbil Shawarma Kebab House0.8 km
- Pizza Company0.9 km
- Mr Prep Cheats West Bromwich0.9 km
- Bamo Traditional Nann0.4 km
- + 17 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Royal Oak0.2 km
- Cross Guns Pub1.0 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- 5 Star Supermarket0.9 km
- Farmfoods Ltd0.5 km
- Lidl0.7 km
- One Stop Supermarket1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Flat Above0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- The Hawthorns0.8 km
- Smethwick Rolfe Street1.7 km
- Smethwick1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Handsworth Booth Street (Midland Metro Stop)0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B210ES · Data under Open Government Licence