B19 1DG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hamstead Road, 0.5km from Gib Heath in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Lozells ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B19 1DG 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 metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 30 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 65% 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 10% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 105 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £650k. 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 B19 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00045167 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAMSTEAD ROAD, B19 1DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAMSTEAD ROAD, B19 1DG.
458
30
£ 30,900 /yr
28%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B19 1DG 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
B19 1DG has a significant social housing presence — 65% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 30-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B19 1DG. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 650,000
1 sales · Mean £ 650,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B19 1DG is above average at 105 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
King Edward VI Handsworth School
Welford Primary School
Nishkam Primary School Birmingham
St Michael's CofE Primary Academy, Handsworth
St Francis Catholic Primary School
Anglesey Primary School
Heathfield Primary School
Benson Community School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
54 nearby- TGT Keyhill0.9 km
- City Shop0.2 km
- Fruit And Vegetable Hall0.2 km
- Healthstop Pharmacy0.4 km
- Nonia Mini Market0.2 km
- + 49 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Whitehouse Public House0.9 km
- Railway Inn0.8 km
- Soho Tavern0.7 km
- The Queens Head0.7 km
- The Observatory0.2 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
47 nearby- Friends Cafe0.7 km
- Red Ruby0.7 km
- Nakodar Sweets & Snacks0.7 km
- Jaflong Grill N Burger0.6 km
- Amor Desserts1.0 km
- + 42 more
Takeaway Shop
34 nearby- Red Ruby0.7 km
- Platinum Spoon1.0 km
- Subway / Food to Go0.7 km
- TT Pizza0.4 km
- Blue's Caribbean Hut Ltd0.2 km
- + 29 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- International Supermarket0.9 km
- Khans Foodstore Ltd0.9 km
- International Mini Market0.4 km
- S & D Supermarket0.9 km
- Fish Bazar Limited1.0 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Jewellery Quarter1.3 km
- Perry Barr2.0 km
- Birmingham Snow Hill2.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B191DG · Data under Open Government Licence