B6 4BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Mill Street, 0.4km from New Town Row in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Nechells ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B6 4BS is a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — science and business parks with high status workers. With an average age of just 20, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 63% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 64% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham. Full-time employment stands at 1% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for B6 4BS are sourced from Output Area E00175649 (shared with 107 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MILL STREET, B6 4BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILL STREET, B6 4BS.
1,161
20
£ 29,500 /yr
2%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B6 4BS 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.
Area Character
With 63% social renting, B6 4BS is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B6 4BS. The average age is 20.3. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B6 4BS has low crime rates — 49 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
King Solomon International Business School
Aston University Engineering Academy
Titan Aston Academy
Aston Manor Academy
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Chilwell Croft Academy
Brearley Nursery School
St Chad's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
56 nearby- Birmingham Magistrates Court0.9 km
- Birmingham Ormiston Academy0.9 km
- Dolce Desserts0.8 km
- Faraday Wharf0.3 km
- Lunar Lounge0.4 km
- + 51 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Co-Op1.0 km
- Samis Wholesale Cash and Carry0.6 km
- Tesco Stores0.4 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Aldi Foodstore Ltd0.9 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Expectations UK0.6 km
- Campanile Hotel0.2 km
- Conference Aston0.5 km
- Premier Inn0.2 km
- Salvation Army0.8 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
79 nearby- Mikos Gyros0.9 km
- So, Let's Indulge...0.9 km
- Bellagio0.3 km
- Chicken Hut0.8 km
- Dhalings Vegan Kitchen0.3 km
- + 74 more
Retailers - Other
45 nearby- Aston Way Service Station0.3 km
- Bread Cheese and Heaven0.3 km
- John Smith Guild Shop0.5 km
- The Campus Shop0.3 km
- The Cereal Bowl0.9 km
- + 40 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Christophers lounge0.5 km
- The Albion At Aston0.5 km
- The Gosta Green0.4 km
- The Lounge0.8 km
- Blue Nile Tavern0.4 km
- + 10 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Birmingham1.0 km
- Birmingham Snow Hill1.1 km
- Duddeston1.2 km
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Postcode Profile: B64BS · Data under Open Government Licence