B21 0BE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 1.0km from St. Silas in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Holyhead ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B21 0BE 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 31 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 36% 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 19% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 B21 0BE are sourced from Output Area E00047407 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B21 0BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B21 0BE.
410
31
£ 35,500 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B21 0BE 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
B21 0BE has a significant social housing presence — 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 31-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 B21 0BE. The average age is 31.0. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B21 0BE is moderate at 60 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.
school Local Schools
St James Church of England Primary School, Handsworth
Holyhead School
Wattville Primary School
Hamilton School
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
St John Wall Catholic School
Rookery School
Sandwell Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
46 nearby- M and A Minimarket0.1 km
- Frykas0.8 km
- Hoang Yen Supermarket0.5 km
- Huong Que Supermarket0.8 km
- Lalish Mini Market0.1 km
- + 41 more
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Chick King Fish Bar0.4 km
- Bamo Traditional Nann0.5 km
- Chip N Whale0.1 km
- Fast 1 Pizza0.6 km
- Garmyan0.2 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
25 nearby- The Latin Cafe0.8 km
- Bobby's Punjabi Food Corner0.8 km
- La'Tataie1.0 km
- Pho Viet 370.5 km
- The Midlands Buddhist Association0.5 km
- + 20 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- 5 Star Supermarket1.0 km
- Farmfoods Ltd0.6 km
- Lidl0.8 km
- One Stop Supermarket1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Flat Above0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Royal Oak0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- The Hawthorns0.8 km
- Smethwick Rolfe Street1.7 km
- Smethwick2.0 km
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Postcode Profile: B210BE · Data under Open Government Licence