B14 4BH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Warstock in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Highter's Heath ward and the Birmingham, Selly Oak constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a industrial units zone — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 37% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for B14 4BH are sourced from Output Area E00045336 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B14 4BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B14 4BH.
311
38
£ 38,500 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B14 4BH 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
B14 4BH is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B14 4BH. The average age is 38.5. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B14 4BH is moderate at 55 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
Highters Heath Nursery School
Highters Heath Community School
Christ Church, Church of England Secondary Academy
Yardley Wood Community Primary School
Grendon Primary School
Peterbrook Primary School
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School
Hollywood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Yardley Wood Pantry0.2 km
- AJs Convenience Store0.8 km
- One Stop1.0 km
- Premier - Thatshna Convenience0.8 km
- Prince Of Wales Food And Wine0.7 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Yardley Wood Social Club0.3 km
- E 57 Club0.9 km
- Horseshoe Inn1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd0.1 km
- Sisters Cafe0.9 km
- The Day Saver Cafe0.1 km
- Lyons Boatyard0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Heron Foods0.2 km
- Lidl0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Golden City0.9 km
- Balti Hut0.9 km
- Flakes0.9 km
- Prince of Wales Fish Bar0.4 km
- Tariq Balti House0.3 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yardley Wood1.5 km
- Shirley2.0 km
- Whitlocks End2.7 km
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Postcode Profile: B144BH · Data under Open Government Licence