B12 0DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Balsall Heath in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Sparkbrook & Balsall Heath East ward and the Birmingham, Hall Green constituency.
For families considering a move, B12 0DP 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. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 60% 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 is moderate at 61 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 B12 0DP are sourced from Output Area E00047493 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B12 0DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B12 0DP.
474
32
£ 30,200 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B12 0DP 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
B12 0DP has a highly multicultural community character — 77% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 32 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B12 0DP. The average age is 31.8. 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)
Crime around B12 0DP is moderate at 61 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
Heath Mount Primary School
Ark St Alban's Academy
Percy Shurmer Academy
Christ Church CofE Controlled Primary School and Nursery
Ladypool Primary School
Clifton Primary School
Calthorpe Academy
Ark Tindal Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Anawim0.9 km
- The Old Moseley Arms0.8 km
- Flex Fitness Birmingham Ltd1.0 km
- The Gate0.6 km
- The Clock Public House0.6 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
115 nearby- Cafe@2900.7 km
- Just Dessert0.7 km
- Al-Bader Restaurant0.7 km
- Artisan Desserts Limited0.8 km
- Azure Cafe trading as Suede0.6 km
- + 110 more
Retailers - Other
83 nearby- Post Office0.7 km
- Barfia Birmingham0.7 km
- Damascena Souk0.7 km
- Euro Wines0.8 km
- Royal Convenience Store0.7 km
- + 78 more
Takeaway Shop
36 nearby- Caspian Pizza0.9 km
- Chaii Garden0.7 km
- Dfc Chicken0.6 km
- Subway0.9 km
- Oodles Chinese1.0 km
- + 31 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Al Saada Supermarket0.6 km
- Raja Brothers Supermarket0.7 km
- Tru Spice Groceries0.7 km
- Lidl Uk Gmbh0.7 km
- Persian Specialist/T/ International0.7 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- St Annes Hostel1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bordesley1.2 km
- Small Heath1.7 km
- Birmingham Moor Street2.0 km
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Postcode Profile: B120DP · Data under Open Government Licence