Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

COLWALL WALK, B27 6EL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLWALL WALK, B27 6EL.

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Population

247

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 40,000 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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5/10
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3/10
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8/10
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Area Character

B27 6EL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 38% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (44) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B27 6EL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Colwall Walk, 0.4km from Stockfield in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Acocks Green ward and the Birmingham, Yardley constituency.

For renters and young professionals, B27 6EL offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 47% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £92k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for B27 6EL are sourced from Output Area E00045087 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B27 6EL. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British64.8%
Asian / British Asian23.9%
Black / African / Caribbean5.7%
Other / Mixed5.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

Flat

£ 92,000

3 sales · Mean £ 96,333

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around B27 6EL is moderate at 71 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.

Violence and sexual offences183
Shoplifting33
Other theft32
Public order32
Criminal damage and arson28

school Local Schools

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Cottesbrooke Infant and Nursery School

Good284 pupils0.2 km
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Cedars Academy

Good331 pupils0.4 km
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Holy Souls Catholic Primary School

Inadequate390 pupils0.5 km
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Gilbertstone Primary School

Good425 pupils0.6 km
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Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School

Good1161 pupils0.8 km
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Acocks Green Primary School

Outstanding479 pupils0.9 km
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The Oaklands Primary School

Good407 pupils1.2 km
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St Margaret's Church of England Primary School

Good230 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

39 nearby
  • Acocks Green Post Office0.6 km
  • Al Madinah Halal Meat Limited0.2 km
  • Cakebox0.5 km
  • H E Haynes & Son0.6 km
  • Icing World Ltd0.6 km
  • + 34 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Holy Souls Social Club0.7 km
  • Journeys End0.6 km
  • Casey Joes0.9 km
  • The Great Western Hotel0.3 km
  • Grange members Club0.9 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

32 nearby
  • Atikka Gyros0.9 km
  • E.Tea0.5 km
  • Porto Douro Restaurant and Bar0.5 km
  • Subway0.5 km
  • Buongiorno1.0 km
  • + 27 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Sife Supermarket0.3 km
  • Wilkinson0.7 km
  • A G Minimarket0.9 km
  • Farmfoods0.5 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.6 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Big Johns0.2 km
  • Dragon i0.6 km
  • New Balti Hub0.2 km
  • Pizza Hut0.8 km
  • Balti Pickle0.6 km
  • + 15 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

7 nearby
  • Ababeel Restaurant & Hotel0.8 km
  • Greswold Hotel0.9 km
  • Atholl Lodge0.1 km
  • Bridge House Hotel0.4 km
  • Elmdon Lodge0.1 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Acocks Green0.3 km
  • Olton1.6 km
  • Spring Road1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Acocks Green Rail Station0.3 km