B15 1HA is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.6km from Calthorpe Fields in Birmingham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Ladywood ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.
Day-to-day life in B15 1HA has the character of a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 30 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 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 above average at 125 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. 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 B15 1HA are sourced from Output Area E00186255 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B15 1HA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B15 1HA.
163
30
£ 39,300 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B15 1HA 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
B15 1HA has a significant social housing presence — 69% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B15 1HA. The average age is 30.0. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B15 1HA is above average at 125 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 John's & St Peter's CofE Academy
St Thomas Centre Nursery School
James Brindley School
St George's Church of England Primary School
St Thomas CofE Academy
Nelson Junior and Infant School
Oasis Academy Woodview
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
31 nearby- Sound Station 10.8 km
- Lane7 Birmingham0.6 km
- The Community Shop0.9 km
- Amiris Dessert and Lounge0.5 km
- Coral0.1 km
- + 26 more
Pub, NightClub
45 nearby- Heidi's Bier Bar0.2 km
- Medusa Gentlemen'S Club Ltd1.0 km
- The Bierkeller0.2 km
- Brasshouse / Chik Box / K-Town Chick0.6 km
- Reflex0.7 km
- + 40 more
Restaurant, Cafe
144 nearby- Dilbar Restaurant and Cocktail Bar0.2 km
- Piccolino0.5 km
- PICCOLINO0.5 km
- Premier Travel Inn0.7 km
- Rodizio Rico0.6 km
- + 139 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Spar0.6 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
- Morville Stores0.5 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
- Sainsburys0.6 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Dixy Chicken0.3 km
- Baguette du Monde0.6 km
- Sandwich Club0.1 km
- Food Fiction0.3 km
- Pizza Hut - Unit 30.6 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
18 nearby- Crowne Plaza0.8 km
- Novotel0.4 km
- Park Regis Hotel0.1 km
- Hyatt Regency Birmingham0.7 km
- Birmingham Marriott Hotel0.3 km
- + 13 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Five Ways0.4 km
- Birmingham New Street1.3 km
- Birmingham Snow Hill1.6 km
Bus Stops
- Five Ways (Midland Metro Stop)0.2 km
- Five Ways Rail Station0.3 km
- Brindleyplace (Midland Metro Stop)0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B151HA · Data under Open Government Licence