Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

RIDGACRE ROAD WEST, B32 1AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIDGACRE ROAD WEST, B32 1AT.

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Population

406

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 43,100 /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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6/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. B32 1AT's 64% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 17.6% year-on-year.

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

B32 1AT is a safe, established residential area on Ridgacre Road West, 0.2km from Quinton in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Quinton ward and the Birmingham, Edgbaston constituency.

For families considering a move, B32 1AT represents a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £172k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 17.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for B32 1AT are sourced from Output Area E00046923 (shared with 12 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 B32 1AT. The average age is 38.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British79.1%
Asian / British Asian10.6%
Black / African / Caribbean3.2%
Other / Mixed7.1%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 140,000

5 sales · Mean £ 152,711

Detached

£ 292,500

1 sales · Mean £ 292,500

Semi-Detached

£ 167,675

2 sales · Mean £ 167,675

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

B32 1AT has low crime rates — 23 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 offences54
Vehicle crime13
Criminal damage and arson10
Anti-social behaviour9
Other theft9

school Local Schools

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Quinton Church Primary School

Good210 pupils0.2 km
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Howley Grange Primary School

Good421 pupils0.6 km
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Perryfields Primary School

Good360 pupils0.6 km
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Perryfields Academy

Good1050 pupils0.7 km
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Four Dwellings Academy

Good548 pupils0.8 km
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Four Dwellings Primary Academy

Requires Improvement358 pupils0.9 km
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Leasowes High School

Good989 pupils1.0 km
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Hurst Green Primary School

Good418 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Farmfoods0.9 km
  • Asda (Quinton)0.2 km
  • Co-operative Food Store0.8 km
  • Central England Co-operative0.9 km
  • Tesco Stores Plc0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Subway0.1 km
  • Glorious Convenience and Booze0.2 km
  • Prestige Wines and Convenience0.5 km
  • Starbucks0.2 km
  • Quinton Express Convenience0.8 km
  • + 4 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Quinton Methodist Church0.3 km
  • Coffee@Cogs0.6 km
  • Reel Cinema0.3 km
  • Full English Cafe0.9 km
  • Milano Lounge0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Lounge 1011.0 km
  • Stag & Three Horseshoes0.9 km
  • Brandhall Labour Club Limited1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Bob's Fry Inn0.7 km
  • Howley Grange Fish Bar0.5 km
  • Kent Rd Fish Bar1.0 km
  • Noble House0.9 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Rowley Regis2.3 km
  • Old Hill3.2 km
  • Langley Green3.8 km