B13 0EA is a safe, established residential area on Ridge Close, 0.2km from Billesley in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Billesley ward and the Birmingham, Selly Oak constituency.
For serious buyers, B13 0EA is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. 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 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £371k, up 54.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B13 0EA are sourced from Output Area E00045390 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RIDGE CLOSE, B13 0EA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIDGE CLOSE, B13 0EA.
295
38
£ 45,400 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines B13 0EA — 50% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 54.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B13 0EA. The average age is 38.3. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 240,000
3 sales · Mean £ 293,333
Semi-Detached
£ 280,000
3 sales · Mean £ 282,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B13 0EA has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Billesley Primary School
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School
Swanshurst School
Yardley Wood Community Primary School
Kings Heath Boys
The Dame Ellen Pinsent School
Christ Church, Church of England Secondary Academy
Highters Heath Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Discounted Bargains0.6 km
- AJs Convenience Store0.9 km
- Cost Cutter0.6 km
- Michaels Food0.5 km
- Valley Wines0.6 km
- + 14 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Sweet Chillies0.7 km
- Billsedge Cafe0.7 km
- D J Quinns0.7 km
- The Hungry Hobbit1.0 km
- Real UK Fried Chicken0.5 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Beholden Takeaway0.5 km
- Deens0.6 km
- Petes Pan0.5 km
- Szechuan House Takeaway0.5 km
- Lucky House0.9 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yardley Wood0.8 km
- Hall Green1.8 km
- Shirley2.7 km
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Postcode Profile: B130EA · Data under Open Government Licence