B18 4DU is an up-and-coming urban area on Chiswell Road, 0.6km from St. Cuthbert's in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within North Edgbaston ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.
B18 4DU is the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 33 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 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 119 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £154k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 4.6% year-on-year. 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 B18 4DU are sourced from Output Area E00047394 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHISWELL ROAD, B18 4DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHISWELL ROAD, B18 4DU.
399
33
£ 33,200 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B18 4DU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
B18 4DU has a highly multicultural community character — 47% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk. Property prices are trending up 4.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B18 4DU. The average age is 33.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 158,000
1 sales · Mean £ 158,000
Terraced
£ 151,000
1 sales · Mean £ 151,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B18 4DU is above average at 119 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Summerfield Junior and Infant School
City Road Primary School
Oasis Academy Foundry
Barford Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Cape Primary School
Shireland Hall Primary Academy
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Devonshire Arms0.9 km
- Old Windmill0.7 km
- Caribbean Delight0.4 km
- The Woodlands Bar & Grill0.9 km
- Barford Road Members Club0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- Coffee Culture City Hospital0.6 km
- Coffee Shop - Maternity0.6 km
- Aramark Staff and Visitor Canteen0.5 km
- City Road Methodist Church0.7 km
- Dessert Parlour Birmingham Ltd0.3 km
- + 18 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Arches Sandwich Bar0.9 km
- Alton Takeaway0.2 km
- Cantonese Express0.5 km
- City Fryer0.5 km
- Golden Chippy0.8 km
- + 17 more
Retailers - Other
47 nearby- Blakeys Newsagents0.6 km
- City Halal Meat0.5 km
- Clare News0.8 km
- Dylan Mini Market0.4 km
- Hassan & Bross Supermarket0.2 km
- + 42 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Alam-Sar Supermarket Ltd0.3 km
- Amir Supermarket0.3 km
- Kurdistan Supermarket0.3 km
- Farmfoods1.0 km
- Lidl Uk Gmbh0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Smethwick1.8 km
- Jewellery Quarter1.9 km
- Smethwick Rolfe Street2.1 km
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Postcode Profile: B184DU · Data under Open Government Licence