Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

GRANVILLE STREET, B1 1JX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRANVILLE STREET, B1 1JX.

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Population

734

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Avg Age

23

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Avg Income

£ 42,700 /yr

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Employed

14%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B1 1JX 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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1/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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4/10
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1/10
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4/10
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Area Character

At 77% private renter occupancy, B1 1JX is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 23). Property prices are trending up 78.6% year-on-year.

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

B1 1JX is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Granville Street, 0.2km from Lee Bank in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Ladywood ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. With an average age of just 23, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 77% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 91 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 78.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for B1 1JX are sourced from Output Area E00175718 (shared with 4 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 B1 1JX. The average age is 22.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British63.5%
Asian / British Asian17.7%
Black / African / Caribbean8.4%
Other / Mixed10.4%

Economic Activity

14%Active
FT: 12%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 167,500

36 sales · Mean £ 172,138

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

Crime around B1 1JX is above average at 91 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.

Violence and sexual offences496
Other theft106
Vehicle crime101
Criminal damage and arson64
Drugs53

school Local Schools

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City Academy

824 pupils0.2 km
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St Thomas CofE Academy

Outstanding234 pupils0.3 km
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St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School

Outstanding247 pupils0.4 km
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St Thomas Centre Nursery School

Outstanding114 pupils0.4 km
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James Brindley School

Good128 pupils0.4 km
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Oasis Academy Woodview

Requires Improvement407 pupils0.7 km
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Lillian De Lissa Nursery School

Outstanding110 pupils1.0 km
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Nelson Junior and Infant School

Good432 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

133 nearby
  • Riley Snooker Club0.6 km
  • HA News0.8 km
  • Costcutter0.6 km
  • China Mini Market0.9 km
  • Coral0.7 km
  • + 128 more
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Pub, NightClub

94 nearby
  • Ghost Club0.1 km
  • Missing Bar0.7 km
  • Be At One Brindley Place0.7 km
  • Bulls Head0.5 km
  • Pryzm0.5 km
  • + 89 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

358 nearby
  • Candies0.7 km
  • Great Food Everyday0.8 km
  • Ken Ho Restaurant0.6 km
  • Las Iguanas0.7 km
  • ME10.5 km
  • + 353 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

55 nearby
  • Caribbean Flavaz0.5 km
  • Caspian Pizza0.6 km
  • Chop and Wok0.5 km
  • Dixy Chicken0.6 km
  • Greggs0.9 km
  • + 50 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

25 nearby
  • Novotel0.6 km
  • Hilton Garden Inn0.6 km
  • Jurys Inn Birmingham0.5 km
  • Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham0.5 km
  • THE CUBE HOTEL0.2 km
  • + 20 more
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Supermarkets

15 nearby
  • Morville Stores0.9 km
  • Sainsburys0.7 km
  • Tesco Express0.1 km
  • Oriental Supermarket0.2 km
  • Sainsburys0.5 km
  • + 10 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Five Ways0.6 km
  • Birmingham New Street0.8 km
  • Birmingham Moor Street1.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Five Ways Rail Station0.5 km