B28 0BX is a safe, established residential area on Highfield Road, 0.7km from Yardley Wood in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Hall Green South ward and the Birmingham, Hall Green constituency.
For families considering a move, B28 0BX represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 41% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £230k, down 8.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B28 0BX are sourced from Output Area E00045891 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGHFIELD ROAD, B28 0BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHFIELD ROAD, B28 0BX.
355
44
£ 45,400 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. B28 0BX spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 8.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B28 0BX. The average age is 43.5. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 230,000
3 sales · Mean £ 223,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B28 0BX has low crime rates — 26 incidents 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
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School
Yardley Wood Community Primary School
Billesley Primary School
Chilcote Primary School
Christ Church, Church of England Secondary Academy
Hall Green Infant School
Hall Green Junior School
St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Beholden Takeaway0.5 km
- Szechuan House Takeaway0.9 km
- Caspian Pizza0.8 km
- Pizza Belushi0.9 km
- The Welcome0.7 km
- + 7 more
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- AJs Convenience Store0.7 km
- Cost Cutter0.6 km
- ADL Homestore0.4 km
- Billesley Supermarket0.5 km
- Costcutter0.5 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Alfresco Fusion Ltd0.6 km
- Burg:r0.7 km
- Billsedge Cafe0.0 km
- D J Quinns0.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Home Guard Club0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yardley Wood0.1 km
- Hall Green1.8 km
- Shirley2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Yardley Wood Rail Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: B280BX · Data under Open Government Licence