B1 1HQ is a lively urban neighbourhood located 0.3km from Birmingham in Birmingham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Ladywood ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.
Within the B1 district, this postcode is characterised by a young professional neighbourhood — career-focused, mobile, mostly renting. By day, the area transitions to a administrative centres character: high status management and administration, especially public sector. At just 27 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere. The area has a notably diverse population — 59% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham. Employment levels are high (49% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are high (191 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for B1 1HQ are sourced from Output Area E00186147 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B1 1HQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B1 1HQ.
309
27
£ 46,600 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B1 1HQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
At 88% private renter occupancy, B1 1HQ is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B1 1HQ. The average age is 27.2. 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)
Crime rates near B1 1HQ are high at 191 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Nelson Junior and Infant School
City Academy
Jewellery Quarter Academy
St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School
St Thomas CofE Academy
James Brindley School
St Thomas Centre Nursery School
St John's & St Peter's CofE Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
181 nearby- Rippleglen News0.5 km
- Costcutter1.0 km
- Superdrug Stores Plc0.7 km
- Thorntons Plc0.8 km
- Boots The Chemists Ltd0.8 km
- + 176 more
Restaurant, Cafe
473 nearby- G101 Cafe and Tapas0.5 km
- Itihaas0.5 km
- Milan Indian Cuisine0.5 km
- Beluga Persian Kitchen and Grill0.9 km
- Indian Cafe Racer0.9 km
- + 468 more
Takeaway Shop
89 nearby- Donnas Pantry0.5 km
- Caspian Pizza0.7 km
- Chop and Wok0.5 km
- Dixy Chicken0.7 km
- Greggs0.8 km
- + 84 more
Pub, NightClub
114 nearby- Boltz Club1.0 km
- Nightingale Club1.0 km
- Be At One Brindley Place0.4 km
- Bulls Head0.8 km
- Pryzm0.7 km
- + 109 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
28 nearby- Novotel0.5 km
- Hyatt Regency Birmingham0.2 km
- Crowne Plaza0.1 km
- Radisson Blu Hotel0.6 km
- Britannia Hotel0.7 km
- + 23 more
Supermarkets
21 nearby- Morville Stores0.8 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Sainsbury'S Ltd0.8 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Co Operative Food Group0.5 km
- + 16 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Birmingham New Street0.6 km
- Birmingham Snow Hill0.7 km
- Birmingham Moor Street1.0 km
Bus Stops
- Centenary Square (Midlands Metro Stop)0.1 km
- Town Hall (Midlands Metro Stop)0.2 km
- Brindleyplace (Midland Metro Stop)0.4 km
- Birmingham New Street Rail Station0.5 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: B11HQ · Data under Open Government Licence