B11 1PL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.7km from Greet in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Sparkbrook & Balsall Heath East ward and the Birmingham, Hall Green constituency.
For families considering a move, B11 1PL represents 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. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 31 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 32 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 B11 1PL are sourced from Output Area E00047496 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B11 1PL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B11 1PL.
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£ 31,100 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B11 1PL 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.
Area Character
B11 1PL has a highly multicultural community character — 81% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B11 1PL. The average age is 30.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B11 1PL has low crime rates — 32 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
Ark Boulton Academy
Conway Primary School
Gracelands Nursery School
Montgomery Primary Academy
Arden Primary School
The Olive School, Small Heath
Ladypool Primary School
Holy Trinity Catholic School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
59 nearby- Aj International0.8 km
- Greet Pharmacy0.5 km
- J P News0.8 km
- Lana Supermarket0.5 km
- Camp 313 Muay Thai Academy0.9 km
- + 54 more
Restaurant, Cafe
53 nearby- Refresh0.8 km
- Aziz Cafe0.9 km
- Bun and Co0.8 km
- Cha Sha0.6 km
- Damascus Legend Ltd0.6 km
- + 48 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Gate0.9 km
- Mcdwyers0.5 km
- The Marlborough0.3 km
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Raja Brothers Supermarket1.0 km
- Khyber Mini Market0.7 km
- Aldi0.7 km
- Sonali Supermarket Midlands Ltd0.8 km
- Azad Supermarket1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
25 nearby- Flora Catering0.9 km
- Junaids0.4 km
- The Cluster Kitchen0.9 km
- Bab-e-Khyber Restaurant0.7 km
- Chai Karak Limited0.7 km
- + 20 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The New Birmingham Hotel Ltd0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Small Heath0.4 km
- Bordesley1.7 km
- Tyseley1.7 km
Bus Stops
- Small Heath Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B111PL · Data under Open Government Licence