Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

B7 4EN House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

304

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 29,500 /yr

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Employed

26%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B7 4EN 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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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

With 75% social renting, B7 4EN is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 37-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 4EN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Ashted Circus in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Nechells ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, B7 4EN is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. By day, the area transitions to a healthcare and public administration character: major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. An average age of 37 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 75% 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 14% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 90 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.

Census 2021 statistics for B7 4EN are sourced from Output Area E00046638 (shared with 12 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 4EN. The average age is 37.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British21.9%
Asian / British Asian24.8%
Black / African / Caribbean42.8%
Other / Mixed10.5%

Economic Activity

26%Active
FT: 14%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime around B7 4EN is above average at 90 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 offences160
Shoplifting83
Vehicle crime72
Criminal damage and arson34
Other theft31

school Local Schools

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BOA Digital Technologies Academy

0.2 km
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St Vincent's Catholic Primary School

Good222 pupils0.3 km
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St Matthew's CofE Primary School

Outstanding203 pupils0.4 km
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Heartlands Academy

Outstanding804 pupils0.4 km
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Aston University Engineering Academy

Good713 pupils0.5 km
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Birmingham Ormiston Academy

Good1012 pupils0.6 km
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King Solomon International Business School

Inadequate0.7 km
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Cromwell Junior and Infant School

Outstanding235 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • Clayton Hotel Birmingham0.9 km
  • Aloft Hotel Birmingham Eastside0.3 km
  • Premier Inn0.7 km
  • Campanile Hotel0.9 km
  • Conference Aston0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

53 nearby
  • Faraday Wharf0.6 km
  • Lunar Lounge0.5 km
  • Birmingham Magistrates Court1.0 km
  • Birmingham Ormiston Academy0.7 km
  • Dolce Desserts0.9 km
  • + 48 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-Op0.3 km
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.7 km
  • Tesco Stores1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

21 nearby
  • Village Kebab House0.7 km
  • Caspian Pizza0.9 km
  • Wok & Go0.7 km
  • Brammies0.3 km
  • Dixy Chicken Nechells0.6 km
  • + 16 more
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Retailers - Other

29 nearby
  • City News1.0 km
  • WH Smith Ltd1.0 km
  • Simply Fresh0.7 km
  • Abshir Halal Meat0.3 km
  • Subi Supermarket0.3 km
  • + 24 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Eagle & Ball Public House0.4 km
  • The Garrison0.8 km
  • Scruffy Murphys1.0 km
  • Son Caney Cuba Bar0.9 km
  • The Gosta Green0.5 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Duddeston0.6 km
  • Birmingham1.0 km
  • Birmingham Moor Street1.2 km