B34 6BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Stechford Road, 0.4km from Hodgehill in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Bromford & Hodge Hill ward and the Birmingham, Hodge Hill constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% 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 £276k.
Census 2021 statistics for B34 6BJ are sourced from Output Area E00046120 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STECHFORD ROAD, B34 6BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STECHFORD ROAD, B34 6BJ.
552
33
£ 41,800 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B34 6BJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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.
Area Character
76% of B34 6BJ's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B34 6BJ. The average age is 32.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 215,000
4 sales · Mean £ 222,625
Detached
£ 200,000
1 sales · Mean £ 200,000
Terraced
£ 180,000
1 sales · Mean £ 180,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B34 6BJ has low crime rates — 26 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Beaufort School
Colebourne Primary School
St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School
Washwood Heath Academy
Hodge Hill Primary School
Heathlands Primary Academy
Audley Primary School
Hodge Hill Girls' School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Ling Tung Takeaway0.6 km
- Jo Jo's Pizza0.6 km
- Muncheeze1.0 km
- Rios Piri Piri0.6 km
- Golden Kitchen0.9 km
- + 12 more
Retailers - Other
40 nearby- Royaam Mini Mart0.7 km
- The Cheesecake0.8 km
- Card Factory0.8 km
- Post Office0.8 km
- Poundworld0.7 km
- + 35 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Al-Omda Ltd0.7 km
- Shakehouse0.6 km
- Airah's Sweet Grills Limited0.8 km
- Cafe De La Vita0.7 km
- Jolpai Bangladeshi & Indian Restaura1.0 km
- + 14 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.6 km
- Iceland0.7 km
- Servest Catering LTD0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Raven0.7 km
- Elderlink0.7 km
- The Hunters Moon0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stechford0.9 km
- Lea Hall2.0 km
- Adderley Park3.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B346BJ · Data under Open Government Licence