B30 2XR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Ten Acres in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Bournbrook & Selly Park ward and the Birmingham, Selly Oak constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B30 2XR is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 30% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 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 B30 2XR are sourced from Output Area E00047085 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B30 2XR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B30 2XR.
506
35
£ 44,700 /yr
33%
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. B30 2XR spans multiple life stages — average age 35, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (35) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B30 2XR. The average age is 35.1. 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 B30 2XR is moderate at 57 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 Edward's Catholic Primary School
Selly Park Girls' School
Moor Green Primary Academy
Raddlebarn Primary School
King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys
King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls
Uffculme School
Stirchley Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Diva Convenience0.1 km
- L's Global Food0.6 km
- Selly Park Convenience0.9 km
- Nisa Local0.8 km
- Cadbury World Shop0.9 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Pure Cafe0.3 km
- ChangeKitchen CIC1.0 km
- Greek House0.8 km
- Mighty Bite0.6 km
- Original Patty Men Stirchley1.0 km
- + 17 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Stirchley United Working Mens Club0.8 km
- The Hazelwell Public House0.9 km
- Tascos Social Club0.8 km
- The Bournbrook Inn Public House0.7 km
- British Oak1.0 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- AA Curries In A Hurry Ltd0.2 km
- Tin Sing Chinese Take Away0.9 km
- XO0.1 km
- Bengal Chaa0.6 km
- Cocobab0.9 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Kensington Hotel0.5 km
- The New Dogpool Hotel And Restaurant0.3 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
- Morrisons0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bournville1.2 km
- Selly Oak1.5 km
- University (Birmingham)2.2 km
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Postcode Profile: B302XR · Data under Open Government Licence