B23 3LG is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.9km from Erdington in Birmingham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Erdington ward and the Birmingham, Erdington constituency.
The people who live in B23 3LG are typical of a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime rates are high (173 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. 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 B23 3LG are sourced from Output Area E00045682 (shared with 357 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B23 3LG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B23 3LG.
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£ 37,800 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B23 3LG 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. B23 3LG's IMD rank, 8% unemployment, and 8% social renting combine to signal above-average deprivation — though affordable prices and community resilience are noted strengths. High crime co-occurs with deprivation here — buyers and tenants should review street-level data.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B23 3LG. The average age is 38.9. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near B23 3LG are high at 173 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Osborne Primary School
Osborne Nursery School
Abbey Catholic Primary School
Oscott Manor School
Saint Barnabas Church of England Primary School
Featherstone Primary School
Featherstone Nursery School
Queensbury School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
72 nearby- Admiral Casino0.2 km
- Bp Express Shopping0.6 km
- Erdington Church Soup Kitchen0.6 km
- Erdington News Plus0.3 km
- Tanioszka0.2 km
- + 67 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Charlie Hall Public House0.1 km
- The Erdington Club0.2 km
- Cross Keys0.4 km
- St Thomas' Association0.3 km
- Club Maragh0.2 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
34 nearby- Bulls Street Burgers0.4 km
- Slemani Restaurant0.4 km
- Spice lounge0.5 km
- Cerbul De Aur0.3 km
- Roselea Day Centre0.8 km
- + 29 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Co-Op0.2 km
- Heron Foods0.2 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Farmfoods0.3 km
- Iceland Foods Plc0.3 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- Big Johns0.4 km
- Classic Fish Bar0.4 km
- Erdington Foodbank0.5 km
- Island Spice Caribbean Takeaway Ltd0.5 km
- Ruby Cantonese Takeaway0.2 km
- + 22 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Rollason Wood Hotel0.8 km
- Rollason Wood Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Erdington0.4 km
- Chester Road1.3 km
- Gravelly Hill1.4 km
Bus Stops
- Erdington Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B233LG · Data under Open Government Licence