Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

B8 1AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B8 1AQ.

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Population

329

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Avg Age

28

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Avg Income

£ 34,900 /yr

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Employed

25%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B8 1AQ 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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3/10
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6/10
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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines B8 1AQ — 53% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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

B8 1AQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.9km from Saltley in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Bordesley & Highgate ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.

For renters and young professionals, B8 1AQ offers the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. By day, the area transitions to a industrial units character: non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. At just 28 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere. 47% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 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 B8 1AQ are sourced from Output Area E00046640 (shared with 390 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 B8 1AQ. The average age is 27.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British9.9%
Asian / British Asian52.8%
Black / African / Caribbean25.4%
Other / Mixed11.9%

Economic Activity

25%Active
FT: 10%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.

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

B8 1AQ has low crime rates — 31 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.

Violence and sexual offences49
Vehicle crime24
Criminal damage and arson11
Burglary10
Possession of weapons8

school Local Schools

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Adderley Primary School

Good483 pupils0.3 km
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Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form

Good985 pupils0.3 km
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Wyndcliffe Primary School

Good633 pupils0.6 km
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The Rosary Catholic Primary School

Good381 pupils0.8 km
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Adderley Nursery School

Outstanding117 pupils0.8 km
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Bordesley Village Primary School

Good333 pupils0.9 km
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Parkfield Community School

Outstanding690 pupils0.9 km
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Small Heath Leadership Academy

Good1158 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Spicy Corner0.8 km
  • Balals1.0 km
  • Family Pizza0.9 km
  • Tasty Grill0.9 km
  • Dixy Chicken0.9 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • W M Morrisons Plc Supermarket0.9 km
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • A M Mohammedi Stores0.9 km
  • Main Retail And Warehouse0.9 km
  • Asda0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Learn2Drift0.3 km
  • Akkommodate Ltd0.9 km
  • Bridge House0.7 km
  • Cricketers Arms0.9 km
  • PRI Birmingham Wheels Raceway0.3 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Boots Uk Ltd0.9 km
  • Abims Food and Wine0.9 km
  • Adderley News0.7 km
  • Poundland0.9 km
  • Romanian Food Cash & Carry0.4 km
  • + 25 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • Albela0.9 km
  • Theos Place (Canteen)0.7 km
  • Bainsy Bar1.0 km
  • Birmingham City Football Club0.8 km
  • Bounce Mania0.9 km
  • + 16 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Adderley Park0.5 km
  • Duddeston1.1 km
  • Bordesley1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Adderley Park Rail Station0.3 km