B28 0BY is a safe, established residential area located 0.6km from Yardley Wood in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Hall Green South ward and the Birmingham, Hall Green constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% 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.
Census 2021 statistics for B28 0BY are sourced from Output Area E00045894 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B28 0BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B28 0BY.
337
39
£ 45,400 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B28 0BY represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
B28 0BY is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B28 0BY. The average age is 39.2. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B28 0BY 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.
school Local Schools
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School
Yardley Wood Community Primary School
Chilcote Primary School
Christ Church, Church of England Secondary Academy
Billesley Primary School
St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School
Hall Green Infant School
Hall Green Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Londis1.0 km
- ADL Homestore0.5 km
- Billesley Supermarket0.7 km
- Costcutter0.7 km
- Metro Off Licence0.1 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Baldwins Pizza1.0 km
- Caspian Pizza0.8 km
- The Welcome0.7 km
- Highfield Chippy0.5 km
- Ruby Garden0.1 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Burg:r0.6 km
- Billsedge Cafe0.1 km
- D J Quinns0.1 km
- Alfresco Fusion Ltd0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Home Guard Club0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yardley Wood0.1 km
- Hall Green1.9 km
- Shirley2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Yardley Wood Rail Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: B280BY · Data under Open Government Licence