Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

B7 4BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B7 4BG.

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Population

1,161

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Avg Age

20

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Avg Income

£ 29,500 /yr

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Employed

2%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B7 4BG 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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7/10
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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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3/10
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Area Character

With 63% social renting, B7 4BG is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 20-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

B7 4BG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Ashted Circus in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Nechells ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, B7 4BG is a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. 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 is moderate at 69 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for B7 4BG are sourced from Output Area E00175649 (shared with 107 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 B7 4BG. 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

White / British35.8%
Asian / British Asian35.5%
Black / African / Caribbean18.7%
Other / Mixed10.0%

Economic Activity

2%Active
FT: 1%
Unemployed: 0%
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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 B7 4BG is moderate at 69 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences174
Shoplifting113
Other theft47
Vehicle crime44
Drugs39

school Local Schools

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Aston University Engineering Academy

Good713 pupils0.2 km
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King Solomon International Business School

Inadequate0.4 km
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Birmingham Ormiston Academy

Good1012 pupils0.5 km
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St Matthew's CofE Primary School

Outstanding203 pupils0.6 km
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BOA Digital Technologies Academy

0.7 km
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Heartlands Academy

Outstanding804 pupils0.9 km
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St Vincent's Catholic Primary School

Good222 pupils0.9 km
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Brearley Nursery School

Outstanding132 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

62 nearby
  • App Kitchen0.6 km
  • Incognito Kitchens0.6 km
  • Village Kebab House0.9 km
  • RK wines0.9 km
  • Subway0.9 km
  • + 57 more
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Retailers - Other

56 nearby
  • S K Wines0.9 km
  • Aston Way Service Station0.3 km
  • Bread Cheese and Heaven0.1 km
  • John Smith Guild Shop0.3 km
  • The Campus Shop0.4 km
  • + 51 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

23 nearby
  • The Wolf1.0 km
  • Christophers lounge0.9 km
  • Scruffy Murphys0.7 km
  • The Albion At Aston0.9 km
  • The Box Office0.8 km
  • + 18 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

102 nearby
  • Syriana Restaurant1.0 km
  • Chao Cafe0.8 km
  • Birmingham Conservatoire0.4 km
  • Bubble Waffles0.5 km
  • Cafe 6 Degrees0.2 km
  • + 97 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

9 nearby
  • Campanile Hotel0.6 km
  • Conference Aston0.3 km
  • Expectations UK0.6 km
  • Aloft Hotel Birmingham Eastside0.2 km
  • Premier Inn0.4 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Co-Op0.6 km
  • Samis Wholesale Cash and Carry0.6 km
  • Sainsburys Supermarket0.9 km
  • Tesco Express0.9 km
  • Tesco Stores0.4 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Birmingham0.7 km
  • Birmingham Snow Hill1.0 km
  • Birmingham Moor Street1.0 km