Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

CLAY LANE, B26 1DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLAY LANE, B26 1DU.

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Population

360

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 40,200 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B26 1DU 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.

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1/10
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10/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines B26 1DU — 46% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood.

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

B26 1DU is a mixed residential area on Clay Lane, 0.4km from Gilbertstone in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within South Yardley ward and the Birmingham, Yardley constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 67% 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 is moderate at 87 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for B26 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00045143 (shared with 10 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 B26 1DU. The average age is 37.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British41.2%
Asian / British Asian45.9%
Black / African / Caribbean8.0%
Other / Mixed5.0%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

Crime around B26 1DU is moderate at 87 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 offences169
Shoplifting102
Criminal damage and arson40
Vehicle crime35
Anti-social behaviour32

school Local Schools

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East Birmingham Network Academy

Good1 pupils0.2 km
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Yardley Primary School

Good837 pupils0.4 km
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Gilbertstone Primary School

Good425 pupils0.7 km
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Oasis Academy Hobmoor

Good498 pupils1.0 km
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Lyndon Green Infant School

Good282 pupils1.0 km
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Brays School

Outstanding93 pupils1.0 km
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Lyndon Green Junior School

Requires Improvement368 pupils1.1 km
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Cottesbrooke Infant and Nursery School

Good284 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Journeys End0.7 km
  • The Clumsy Swan Ltd0.9 km
  • New Inn0.2 km
  • O Mahoneys Bar0.9 km
  • The Merry Mare0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Takeaway Shop

17 nearby
  • Greggs Plc1.0 km
  • The Buffet Shop0.8 km
  • Emmas Caribbean Limited0.5 km
  • Ho Ho Kitchen0.5 km
  • KFC0.7 km
  • + 12 more
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Retailers - Other

34 nearby
  • Gibertstone Convenience Store0.5 km
  • MFG Whirlwind Service Station1.0 km
  • Sura News0.2 km
  • G M D News0.2 km
  • Michaels Drinks0.8 km
  • + 29 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Blue Bell Guest House0.1 km
  • Gables Nest Guest House0.0 km
  • Central Guest House0.1 km
  • Birmingham East Travelodge0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • William Tyler (Jd Wetherspoon Plc)0.8 km
  • O'Haras Sandwich Co0.9 km
  • Dessert-Tella0.2 km
  • Little Bengal Indian Rest. and Takea0.6 km
  • Smokey Barrels Bar and Grill0.5 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Swan Supermarket Ltd0.2 km
  • Farmfoods Ltd0.3 km
  • Co-Operative Supermarket0.7 km
  • Iceland0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Acocks Green1.5 km
  • Tyseley2.2 km
  • Olton2.6 km