Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

WATER STREET, B3 1HL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATER STREET, B3 1HL.

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Population

178

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 46,600 /yr

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Employed

45%

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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1/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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6/10
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5/10
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1/10
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8/10
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Area Character

B3 1HL has a significant social housing presence — 66% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.

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

B3 1HL is a lively urban neighbourhood on Water Street, 0.7km from Birmingham in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Soho & Jewellery Quarter ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, B3 1HL is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. During the day, big city services, with accommodation and food. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 66% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 65% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 135 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £530k.

Census 2021 statistics for B3 1HL are sourced from Output Area E00186272 (shared with 14 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 B3 1HL. The average age is 33.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British34.7%
Asian / British Asian17.0%
Black / African / Caribbean24.4%
Other / Mixed23.9%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 15%
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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

Flat

£ 575,000

3 sales · Mean £ 593,333

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

Crime around B3 1HL is above average at 135 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 offences573
Vehicle crime149
Other theft132
Public order110
Anti-social behaviour97

school Local Schools

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St George's Church of England Academy, Newtown

Requires Improvement315 pupils0.5 km
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Brearley Nursery School

Outstanding132 pupils0.6 km
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St Chad's Catholic Primary School

Good199 pupils0.7 km
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Jewellery Quarter Academy

Good602 pupils0.9 km
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Chilwell Croft Academy

Good393 pupils1.0 km
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Birmingham Ormiston Academy

Good1012 pupils1.0 km
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Aston Manor Academy

Outstanding997 pupils1.1 km
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Nelson Junior and Infant School

Good432 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

114 nearby
  • Up and Running0.5 km
  • Loki Wines Limited0.6 km
  • Next To Nothing Ltd0.7 km
  • Stars0.8 km
  • Superdrug Stores Plc0.8 km
  • + 109 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

16 nearby
  • Clayton Hotel Birmingham1.0 km
  • Expectations UK0.5 km
  • Travelodge0.6 km
  • Crowne Plaza0.9 km
  • The Briar Rose0.7 km
  • + 11 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

293 nearby
  • Black Bean0.6 km
  • Coffee #10.5 km
  • German Doner Kebab0.7 km
  • M&M Catering0.5 km
  • Sushi Passion0.6 km
  • + 288 more
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Supermarkets

15 nearby
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.8 km
  • Poundland0.7 km
  • Sainsbury'S Ltd0.7 km
  • Elite International Supermarket0.4 km
  • + 10 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

114 nearby
  • Mikos Gyros0.4 km
  • So, Let's Indulge...0.4 km
  • App Kitchen0.8 km
  • Incognito Kitchens0.7 km
  • All Greek Street Food0.8 km
  • + 109 more
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Pub, NightClub

68 nearby
  • All Bar One0.4 km
  • Brewdog Birmingham1.0 km
  • Dirty Martini Birmingham0.6 km
  • Fox and Chance0.7 km
  • Old Contemptibles0.4 km
  • + 63 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Birmingham Snow Hill0.3 km
  • Birmingham0.7 km
  • Jewellery Quarter0.9 km

Bus Stops

  • St Paul's (Midland Metro Stop)0.2 km
  • St Chads (Midland Metro Stop)0.2 km
  • Birmingham Snow Hill Rail Station0.3 km