Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

WELSH HOUSE FARM ROAD, B32 2NF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELSH HOUSE FARM ROAD, B32 2NF.

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Population

436

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Avg Age

28

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Avg Income

£ 35,300 /yr

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Employed

20%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B32 2NF 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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5/10
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6/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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2/10
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3/10
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10/10
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Area Character

With 52% social renting, B32 2NF is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

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

B32 2NF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Welsh House Farm Road, 0.5km from Harts Green in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Harborne ward and the Birmingham, Edgbaston constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, B32 2NF is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. With an average age of just 28, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 52% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 64% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham. Full-time employment stands at 9% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 2NF are sourced from Output Area E00046012 (shared with 5 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 2NF. The average age is 27.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British35.7%
Asian / British Asian10.5%
Black / African / Caribbean25.7%
Other / Mixed28.2%

Economic Activity

20%Active
FT: 9%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.

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

B32 2NF has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences115
Burglary17
Public order16
Criminal damage and arson15
Vehicle crime15

school Local Schools

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Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base

Good231 pupils0.1 km
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Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre

Good614 pupils0.8 km
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Paganel Primary School

Good364 pupils0.9 km
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World's End Infant and Nursery School

Good330 pupils0.9 km
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World's End Junior School

Good357 pupils0.9 km
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Woodhouse Primary Academy

Good475 pupils1.0 km
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Baskerville School

Good162 pupils1.0 km
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St Peters CofE Primary School

Good456 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Asda Cafe, Asda Store1.0 km
  • Jolly Fryer0.9 km
  • Captains Fish and Chips0.1 km
  • The Haven Community Project0.4 km
  • Vaibhavam South Indian Restaurant0.8 km
  • + 7 more
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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Londis/PREMIER/BLANDFORD CONVENIENCE0.2 km
  • Harborne Off License0.7 km
  • Quinton Store0.5 km
  • Wisley Way News0.4 km
  • Post Office0.7 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Central Midlands Co-Operative Societ0.9 km
  • Asda Stores1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Harborne Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Johns Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Royal Munchy Box0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • University (Birmingham)2.6 km
  • Selly Oak2.8 km
  • Bournville4.3 km