Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

B30 1EW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B30 1EW.

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Population

294

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 40,300 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B30 1EW 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.

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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

With 72% social renting, B30 1EW is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

B30 1EW is a safe, established residential area located 0.9km from Cotteridge in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Bournville & Cotteridge ward and the Birmingham, Selly Oak constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, B30 1EW is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a healthcare and public administration character: major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 72% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for B30 1EW are sourced from Output Area E00045430 (shared with 8 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 B30 1EW. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed6.4%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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

B30 1EW has low crime rates — 16 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.

Violence and sexual offences35
Vehicle crime21
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary3
Public order3

school Local Schools

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King's Norton Boys' School

Good754 pupils0.4 km
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Bournville School

Requires Improvement665 pupils0.6 km
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St Francis Church of England Aided Primary School and Nursery

Requires Improvement229 pupils0.7 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good210 pupils0.7 km
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Kings Norton Girls' School

Outstanding1069 pupils0.8 km
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St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School

Good1168 pupils1.1 km
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Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School

Good837 pupils1.1 km
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Kings Norton Nursery School

Outstanding93 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Leverton & Halls1.0 km
  • Serbian Orthodox Church1.0 km
  • Royal Voluntary Service Shop/Cafe1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Heath Road Post Office0.3 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Birmingham Supported Living 2010 Ltd0.9 km
  • Bournville House Ltd0.5 km
  • Middleton Hall Hotel0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kings Norton1.1 km
  • Bournville1.7 km
  • Northfield1.7 km