Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

B20 1BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B20 1BY.

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Population

370

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 47,600 /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: 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.

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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

B20 1BY has a highly multicultural community character — 58% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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

B20 1BY is a safe, established residential area located 0.8km from Brown's Green in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Handsworth Wood ward and the Birmingham, Perry Barr constituency.

For families considering a move, B20 1BY represents a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for B20 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00046993 (shared with 9 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 B20 1BY. The average age is 39.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British16.0%
Asian / British Asian58.0%
Black / African / Caribbean12.5%
Other / Mixed13.6%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

B20 1BY has low crime rates — 36 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences78
Shoplifting26
Vehicle crime11
Criminal damage and arson11
Burglary10

school Local Schools

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Dorrington Academy

Outstanding652 pupils0.6 km
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Grestone Academy

Requires Improvement456 pupils0.8 km
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Cherry Orchard Primary School

Good465 pupils0.8 km
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St Mark's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding0.9 km
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Hamstead Hall Academy

Good1126 pupils0.9 km
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St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good209 pupils1.2 km
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Ferndale Primary School

Good621 pupils1.4 km
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King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy

Outstanding1003 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Beaufort Arms0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Pizza Expert0.7 km
  • Hamstead Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Take a Bite0.6 km
  • China Taste0.6 km
  • Chuffalo0.6 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Acfold Post Office0.7 km
  • Hamstead Convenient Store Limited0.6 km
  • La Cakery Ltd0.6 km
  • Hamstead Pharmacy Ltd0.6 km
  • Salls Booze0.7 km
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Dessert Hut0.7 km
  • Hamstead Hall Academy0.9 km
  • Kays Food Services0.6 km
  • Sangam 20.6 km
  • Sea Garden0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lidl UK GmbH0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamstead0.5 km
  • Perry Barr2.2 km
  • The Hawthorns3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Hamstead (Birmingham) Rail Station0.5 km