Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

B5 4BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B5 4BF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

676

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Avg Age

21

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Avg Income

£ 29,500 /yr

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Employed

10%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B5 4BF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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4/10
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1/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Very young, very high renting. At 21 years average age and 69% private renter occupancy, B5 4BF is a classic student-to-graduate transition zone. Higher crime warrants awareness — HMO density and nightlife are likely contributors.

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

B5 4BF is a lively urban neighbourhood located 0.5km from Digbeth in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Nechells ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.

For renters and young professionals, B5 4BF offers a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. By day, the area transitions to a shop until you drop character: major retail centres of national and regional significance. At just 21 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere. 69% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are high (744 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for B5 4BF are sourced from Output Area E00175614 (shared with 135 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 B5 4BF. The average age is 21.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British70.2%
Asian / British Asian12.2%
Black / African / Caribbean8.9%
Other / Mixed8.8%

Economic Activity

10%Active
FT: 8%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime rates near B5 4BF are high at 744 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting1491
Violence and sexual offences1257
Public order342
Drugs319
Other theft316

school Local Schools

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Birmingham Ormiston Academy

Good1012 pupils0.7 km
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St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School

Outstanding247 pupils0.9 km
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St Thomas CofE Academy

Outstanding234 pupils1.0 km
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Chandos Primary School

Good438 pupils1.1 km
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City Academy

824 pupils1.2 km
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BOA Digital Technologies Academy

1.3 km
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Calthorpe Academy

Good427 pupils1.3 km
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St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Good203 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

197 nearby
  • Digbeth Kitchen0.5 km
  • Riley Snooker Club0.6 km
  • Nisa Local0.5 km
  • T2 Tea Ltd0.1 km
  • Holland & Barrett0.3 km
  • + 192 more
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Pub, NightClub

100 nearby
  • Ghost Club0.9 km
  • Missing Bar0.5 km
  • Medusa Gentlemen'S Club Ltd0.6 km
  • Roxy Ball Room0.7 km
  • The Victoria0.5 km
  • + 95 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

439 nearby
  • Candies0.5 km
  • Chakku0.8 km
  • Great Food Everyday0.5 km
  • Ken Ho Restaurant0.5 km
  • Las Iguanas0.4 km
  • + 434 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

96 nearby
  • Caribbean Flavaz0.5 km
  • Doughnotts0.0 km
  • The Original Patty Company0.0 km
  • Subway Unit 60.3 km
  • The Little Tea Shop0.3 km
  • + 91 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

25 nearby
  • Radisson Blu Hotel0.5 km
  • AC Hotel Birmingham0.8 km
  • Ibis Hotel0.8 km
  • Malmaison Birmingham0.8 km
  • Penta Hotel0.8 km
  • + 20 more
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Supermarkets

18 nearby
  • Oriental Supermarket0.9 km
  • Day In Supermarket0.4 km
  • PandaFresh0.3 km
  • Sainsburys Supermarket0.5 km
  • Simply Local Convenience Store0.3 km
  • + 13 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Birmingham Moor Street0.1 km
  • Birmingham New Street0.3 km
  • Birmingham0.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Birmingham Moor Street Rail Station0.1 km
  • Corporation Street (Midland Metro Stop)0.3 km
  • Grand Central New Street (Midland Metro Stop)0.4 km
  • Birmingham New Street Rail Station0.5 km
  • Bull Street (Midland Metro Stop)0.5 km