Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

PALMCOURT AVENUE, B28 0BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PALMCOURT AVENUE, B28 0BB.

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Population

490

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 45,400 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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8/10
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7/10
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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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4/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines B28 0BB — 56% 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. Property prices are trending up 33.0% year-on-year.

home £301,333 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B28 0BB is a safe, established residential area on Palmcourt Avenue, 0.7km from Hall Green in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Hall Green North ward and the Birmingham, Hall Green constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in B28, B28 0BB offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a teachers and carers in metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 79% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £301k, up 33.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for B28 0BB are sourced from Output Area E00045869 (shared with 11 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 B28 0BB. The average age is 36.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British30.3%
Asian / British Asian55.7%
Black / African / Caribbean3.0%
Other / Mixed11.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 282,500

4 sales · Mean £ 285,250

Terraced

£ 213,000

2 sales · Mean £ 213,000

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

B28 0BB has low crime rates — 24 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.

Violence and sexual offences64
Vehicle crime19
Burglary13
Other theft13
Public order13

school Local Schools

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Hall Green Infant School

Good409 pupils0.3 km
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Hall Green Junior School

Good482 pupils0.4 km
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Hall Green School

Good903 pupils0.5 km
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St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School

Good205 pupils1.1 km
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Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School

Outstanding230 pupils1.1 km
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Lakey Lane Junior and Infant School

Good454 pupils1.2 km
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Robin Hood Academy

Good616 pupils1.3 km
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Yorkmead Junior and Infant School

Good458 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Mini Express Convenience(16/11/16)1.0 km
  • Cost Cutter0.5 km
  • Highfield Butchers1.0 km
  • Highfield Glory1.0 km
  • Aldi0.6 km
  • + 12 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Vaughans Members Club0.4 km
  • Home Guard Club1.0 km
  • Bulls Head0.5 km
  • Hall Green Conservative Club0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

25 nearby
  • Gracewell Hurd Foster Trust0.9 km
  • Hall Green Tennis Club, R/O 280.3 km
  • The Hungry Hobbit0.6 km
  • The Original Karahi King1.0 km
  • Alfresco Fusion Ltd0.6 km
  • + 20 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Szechuan House Takeaway0.8 km
  • AROI - Thai - Korean - Chinese0.6 km
  • Good Grubb1.0 km
  • Torinoz pizza0.5 km
  • Highfield Chippy0.6 km
  • + 7 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Premier Inn Birmingham South (Hall Green)0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Waitrose Supermarkets0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hall Green0.9 km
  • Yardley Wood1.0 km
  • Spring Road1.8 km