B7 4EE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Ashted Circus in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Nechells ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B7 4EE is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. With an average age of just 27, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 74% 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 10% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 B7 4EE are sourced from Output Area E00046662 (shared with 70 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B7 4EE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B7 4EE.
582
27
£ 30,100 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B7 4EE 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
B7 4EE has a significant social housing presence — 74% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. 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 B7 4EE. The average age is 27.3. 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)
B7 4EE has low crime rates — 46 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
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
King Solomon International Business School
Aston University Engineering Academy
Heartlands Academy
Cromwell Junior and Infant School
BOA Digital Technologies Academy
Titan Aston Academy
Bloomsbury Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
34 nearby- Foaming Tankard0.7 km
- Aston Cross News Ltd0.7 km
- Aston Minimarket0.9 km
- Staples Uk0.8 km
- Bbs Deli0.9 km
- + 29 more
Takeaway Shop
40 nearby- App Kitchen0.9 km
- Incognito Kitchens0.9 km
- Village Kebab House0.4 km
- Greggs Unit 20.9 km
- Kim Kitchen0.9 km
- + 35 more
Restaurant, Cafe
35 nearby- JD Cafe and Snack Bar1.0 km
- Rising Cafe0.4 km
- Smash Loco0.9 km
- Uncle Bobs Diner0.7 km
- Birmingham Conservatoire0.8 km
- + 30 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Campanile Hotel0.4 km
- Conference Aston0.8 km
- Aloft Hotel Birmingham Eastside0.6 km
- Premier Inn0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Christophers lounge0.6 km
- The Albion At Aston0.6 km
- The Gosta Green0.5 km
- The Lounge0.9 km
- Eagle & Ball Public House0.8 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco Stores0.8 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Co-Op0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Duddeston0.7 km
- Birmingham1.2 km
- Birmingham Snow Hill1.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B74EE · Data under Open Government Licence