Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

BLEWS STREET, B6 4HN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLEWS STREET, B6 4HN.

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Population

615

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Avg Age

24

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Avg Income

£ 29,500 /yr

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Employed

11%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B6 4HN 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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1/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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4/10
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1/10
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7/10
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Area Character

B6 4HN is a high-turnover rental hub — with 72% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 24).

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

B6 4HN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Blews Street, 0.3km from New Town Row in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Newtown ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, B6 4HN is a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. With an average age of just 24, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 26% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham. Full-time employment stands at 7% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 67 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for B6 4HN are sourced from Output Area E00186297 (shared with 108 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 B6 4HN. The average age is 24.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British19.1%
Asian / British Asian29.6%
Black / African / Caribbean40.7%
Other / Mixed10.6%

Economic Activity

11%Active
FT: 7%
Unemployed: 2%
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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)

Crime around B6 4HN is moderate at 67 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences170
Other theft48
Drugs39
Vehicle crime38
Criminal damage and arson36

school Local Schools

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Brearley Nursery School

Outstanding132 pupils0.4 km
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Chilwell Croft Academy

Good393 pupils0.5 km
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Aston Manor Academy

Outstanding997 pupils0.5 km
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St Chad's Catholic Primary School

Good199 pupils0.5 km
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King Solomon International Business School

Inadequate0.5 km
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Aston University Engineering Academy

Good713 pupils0.6 km
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St George's Church of England Academy, Newtown

Requires Improvement315 pupils0.6 km
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Newtown Nursery School

Outstanding114 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

45 nearby
  • BCG Food Pantry1.0 km
  • Joy Express0.8 km
  • Holy Land Dates Ltd0.8 km
  • JD Gyms0.3 km
  • Sainsburys0.9 km
  • + 40 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

84 nearby
  • Quarter Horse Coffee Roasters1.0 km
  • Chao Cafe0.3 km
  • Uncle Bobs Diner0.7 km
  • Newtown Cultural Projects0.9 km
  • Rising Cafe0.5 km
  • + 79 more
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Takeaway Shop

84 nearby
  • The Italian Lab0.6 km
  • The Shake Plug0.6 km
  • Subway0.4 km
  • XWingz; King Kong Cafe; SoBe Burger;0.2 km
  • Big Max Pizza & Grill0.7 km
  • + 79 more
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Pub, NightClub

23 nearby
  • The Gunmakers Arms0.5 km
  • The Crown Hotel0.9 km
  • The Clements Bar0.1 km
  • The Sack Of Potatoes0.5 km
  • Blue Nile Tavern0.1 km
  • + 18 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

10 nearby
  • Aloft Hotel Birmingham Eastside0.8 km
  • Salvation Army0.6 km
  • The Bull0.5 km
  • Premier Inn0.5 km
  • Hampton by Hilton Birmingham Jewelle0.8 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Tesco Stores0.2 km
  • Samis Wholesale Cash and Carry0.2 km
  • Elite International Supermarket0.5 km
  • Aldi Foodstore Ltd0.8 km
  • Sainsburys Supermarket1.0 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Birmingham0.9 km
  • Birmingham Snow Hill0.9 km
  • Birmingham Moor Street1.3 km