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.
GRANVILLE STREET, B1 1JX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRANVILLE STREET, B1 1JX.
734
23
£ 42,700 /yr
14%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
City Academy
St Thomas CofE Academy
St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School
St Thomas Centre Nursery School
James Brindley School
Oasis Academy Woodview
Lillian De Lissa Nursery School
Nelson Junior and Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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, 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
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, 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
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
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Postcode Profile: B11JX · Data under Open Government Licence