Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

B18 6EJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B18 6EJ.

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Population

145

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 36,600 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: B18 6EJ 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.

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3/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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5/10
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1/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 85% of tenure in B18 6EJ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 33-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B18 6EJ is a mixed residential area located 0.4km from St. George in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Soho & Jewellery Quarter ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, B18 6EJ is a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 85% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 68 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for B18 6EJ are sourced from Output Area E00175723 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B18 6EJ. The average age is 33.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British24.8%
Asian / British Asian15.2%
Black / African / Caribbean40.7%
Other / Mixed19.3%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 10%
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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 B18 6EJ is moderate at 68 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences175
Vehicle crime92
Other theft45
Criminal damage and arson32
Burglary25

school Local Schools

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St George's Church of England Academy, Newtown

Requires Improvement315 pupils0.5 km
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Nishkam High School

Outstanding673 pupils0.5 km
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St Chad's Catholic Primary School

Good199 pupils0.6 km
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Brearley Nursery School

Outstanding132 pupils0.7 km
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Brookfields Primary School

Inadequate323 pupils0.7 km
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St Francis Catholic Primary School

Good405 pupils0.7 km
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Anglesey Primary School

Good747 pupils0.9 km
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Jewellery Quarter Academy

Good602 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

83 nearby
  • Itihaas1.0 km
  • Sue's Cafe1.0 km
  • Bukka Kitchen0.4 km
  • Reminisce Social Members Club0.7 km
  • Signet Group Plc0.6 km
  • + 78 more
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Takeaway Shop

56 nearby
  • Donnas Pantry1.0 km
  • Mikos Gyros0.6 km
  • So, Let's Indulge...0.6 km
  • SK Convenience Store (Life Style Exp0.5 km
  • Subway / Food to Go0.5 km
  • + 51 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • Co Operative Food Group1.0 km
  • Samis Wholesale Cash and Carry1.0 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Elite International Supermarket0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

41 nearby
  • Nisa Local0.9 km
  • Albion Palace0.3 km
  • Cake Quarter0.2 km
  • D&S Convenience Shop0.4 km
  • H & J Newsagents0.3 km
  • + 36 more
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Pub, NightClub

20 nearby
  • The Queens Head0.5 km
  • The Rose Villa Tavern0.5 km
  • Jewellers Arms0.2 km
  • Lord Clifden0.2 km
  • The Button Factory0.6 km
  • + 15 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Hampton by Hilton Birmingham Jewelle0.7 km
  • Selina0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Jewellery Quarter0.3 km
  • Birmingham Snow Hill1.1 km
  • Birmingham1.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Jewellery Quarter (Midland Metro Stop)0.3 km
  • Jewellery Quarter Rail Station0.3 km