Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

B8 1EA House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

571

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Avg Age

29

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Avg Income

£ 30,200 /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: B8 1EA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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9/10
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9/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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Area Character

With 44% social renting, B8 1EA is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 29-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

B8 1EA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Saltley in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Alum Rock ward and the Birmingham, Hodge Hill constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, B8 1EA is many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. With residents averaging 29 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 44% 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 11% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 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 B8 1EA are sourced from Output Area E00046611 (shared with 8 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 1EA. The average age is 28.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British1.7%
Asian / British Asian78.8%
Black / African / Caribbean11.9%
Other / Mixed7.5%

Economic Activity

26%Active
FT: 11%
Unemployed: 4%
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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 B8 1EA is moderate at 55 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 offences195
Vehicle crime59
Criminal damage and arson25
Burglary24
Public order24

school Local Schools

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Adderley Nursery School

Outstanding117 pupils0.3 km
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Adderley Primary School

Good483 pupils0.3 km
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The Rosary Catholic Primary School

Good381 pupils0.5 km
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St Saviour's C of E Primary School

Good413 pupils0.6 km
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Parkfield Community School

Outstanding690 pupils0.7 km
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Highfield Nursery School

Good179 pupils0.8 km
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Shaw Hill Primary School

Outstanding479 pupils0.8 km
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Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form

Good985 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

29 nearby
  • Spicy Corner0.7 km
  • Desi Roti & Karahi House0.6 km
  • Bilal Sweet Centre0.6 km
  • Burgerizza0.8 km
  • Peppers City Takeout0.6 km
  • + 24 more
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Retailers - Other

43 nearby
  • Nafees Bakers & Sweets0.5 km
  • Post Office0.6 km
  • Alishan Butcher0.7 km
  • Eggless Cake Shop0.9 km
  • Khan Food Store1.0 km
  • + 38 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

28 nearby
  • Chai Green0.5 km
  • Khyber Pass Restaurant0.5 km
  • Khyber Restaurant & Takeaway0.6 km
  • 400 Pizza0.6 km
  • Ziryab Executive Buffet0.6 km
  • + 23 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Big Shot Snooker Club0.6 km
  • Bridge House0.4 km
  • PRI Birmingham Wheels Raceway0.8 km
  • The Sportsman1.0 km
  • Learn2Drift0.8 km
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Kabul Express0.6 km
  • Pak Supermarket0.5 km
  • Dadyal Supermarket0.5 km
  • Al Halal Supermarket0.6 km
  • Khan Grocery0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Adderley Park0.4 km
  • Duddeston1.0 km
  • Bordesley2.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Adderley Park Rail Station0.4 km