Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

UPPER MEADOW ROAD, B32 1NX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UPPER MEADOW ROAD, B32 1NX.

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Population

302

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 43,100 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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5/10
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7/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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6/10
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Area Character

B32 1NX is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

B32 1NX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Upper Meadow Road, 0.4km from Ridgacre in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Quinton ward and the Birmingham, Edgbaston constituency.

For families considering a move, B32 1NX represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £232k. 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 B32 1NX are sourced from Output Area E00046944 (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 B32 1NX. The average age is 38.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British60.8%
Asian / British Asian22.6%
Black / African / Caribbean2.7%
Other / Mixed14.0%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 5%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 195,000

9 sales · Mean £ 211,272

Terraced

£ 200,000

2 sales · Mean £ 200,000

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

Crime around B32 1NX is moderate at 59 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences179
Criminal damage and arson48
Shoplifting38
Vehicle crime30
Public order21

school Local Schools

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Four Dwellings Primary Academy

Requires Improvement358 pupils0.4 km
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World's End Junior School

Good357 pupils0.5 km
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World's End Infant and Nursery School

Good330 pupils0.5 km
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Four Dwellings Academy

Good548 pupils0.6 km
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Woodhouse Primary Academy

Good475 pupils0.8 km
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Quinton Church Primary School

Good210 pupils1.2 km
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Howley Grange Primary School

Good421 pupils1.3 km
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Nonsuch Primary School

Good196 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

23 nearby
  • Quinton Express Convenience0.6 km
  • The Faraday Local0.2 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Eric Jacobs Butchers Shop0.2 km
  • S & D News1.0 km
  • + 18 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Starr Cafe0.7 km
  • B32 Community hub and kitchen0.2 km
  • Pizzeria Paradiso0.8 km
  • 268 Coffee and Cafe and 268 Ltd0.4 km
  • Lenchs Trust0.7 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Shiraz Supermarket0.8 km
  • Central Midlands Co-Operative Societ0.6 km
  • WORLDS END SUPERMARKET0.3 km
  • Tesco Stores Plc0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Johns Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Pizza Cottage1.0 km
  • Oliver's0.9 km
  • Stanley Road Chip Shop1.0 km
  • Bob's Fry Inn0.6 km
  • + 10 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Lin'S Bar0.7 km
  • The Royal British Legion0.4 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Masons Microbar0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Rowley Regis3.4 km
  • University (Birmingham)4.0 km
  • Selly Oak4.3 km