B15 1LD is an active urban area on Islington Row Middleway, 0.5km from Calthorpe Fields in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Edgbaston ward and the Birmingham, Edgbaston constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 51% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 134 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £110k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for B15 1LD are sourced from Output Area E00045607 (shared with 67 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ISLINGTON ROW MIDDLEWAY, B15 1LD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ISLINGTON ROW MIDDLEWAY, B15 1LD.
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£ 39,900 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines B15 1LD — 54% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B15 1LD. The average age is 33.6. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 155,500
8 sales · Mean £ 147,937
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B15 1LD is above average at 134 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. 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 George's Church of England Primary School
St Thomas Centre Nursery School
James Brindley School
Oasis Academy Woodview
St Thomas CofE Academy
Nelson Junior and Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- Nisa Local0.8 km
- Loki Wines0.4 km
- Amiris Dessert and Lounge0.6 km
- Lane7 Birmingham0.8 km
- The Community Shop1.0 km
- + 24 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
16 nearby- The Edgbaston Hotel0.6 km
- The Plough And Harrow0.7 km
- Crowne Plaza1.0 km
- Novotel0.5 km
- Park Regis Hotel0.1 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
44 nearby- Nuffield Fitness And Wellbeing0.3 km
- Walkabout Birmingham (88th Street, V0.8 km
- Ladywood Social Club0.6 km
- Spearmint Rhino0.6 km
- Craven Arms0.9 km
- + 39 more
Restaurant, Cafe
142 nearby- Meat Club0.9 km
- Starbucks - Unit 10.5 km
- The Blue Piano0.4 km
- The Highfield0.5 km
- Costa Drive Thru0.3 km
- + 137 more
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Sicilian Pizza0.9 km
- Sweet Bae0.9 km
- Sandwich Club0.0 km
- Baguette du Monde0.7 km
- Pizza Hut - Unit 30.5 km
- + 16 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Tesco Express0.9 km
- Morville Stores0.6 km
- Spar0.7 km
- Tesco Express0.9 km
- Sainsburys0.7 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Five Ways0.4 km
- Birmingham New Street1.4 km
- Birmingham Snow Hill1.7 km
Bus Stops
- Five Ways Rail Station0.3 km
- Five Ways (Midland Metro Stop)0.3 km
- Edgbaston Village (Midland Metro Stop)0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B151LD · Data under Open Government Licence