B34 6BL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Stechford Road, 0.2km from Hodgehill in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Bromford & Hodge Hill ward and the Birmingham, Hodge Hill constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in B34, B34 6BL offers 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. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. 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 is moderate at 67 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £325k, down 8.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B34 6BL are sourced from Output Area E00046111 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STECHFORD ROAD, B34 6BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STECHFORD ROAD, B34 6BL.
468
33
£ 41,800 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B34 6BL 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
B34 6BL has a highly multicultural community character — 71% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 33 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community. Property prices are trending down 8.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B34 6BL. The average age is 33.3. 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
£ 290,000
8 sales · Mean £ 293,375
Terraced
£ 252,500
2 sales · Mean £ 252,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B34 6BL is moderate at 67 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Beaufort School
Colebourne Primary School
Heathlands Primary Academy
Hodge Hill Primary School
St Wilfrid's Catholic Junior and Infant School
Firs Primary School
Hodge Hill Girls' School
Audley Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
33 nearby- Shell Corrida1.0 km
- B And A Offlicence0.6 km
- Fox and Goose Halal Butchers Ltd1.0 km
- Fresh Halal (within Tesco)0.8 km
- Lifestyle Express1.0 km
- + 28 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Atlantis Fish Bar0.7 km
- Lucky Rainbow1.0 km
- SIGNATURE CUISINE1.0 km
- AMN-G Ethnic Ltd TA Pizza Perfect0.7 km
- Bens Pizza Master1.0 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Elderlink0.4 km
- Comet Public House0.9 km
- The Hunters Moon0.4 km
- The Raven0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Chickaros Hodge Hill0.7 km
- Dolce Desserts0.9 km
- Royal Shinwari0.9 km
- Silly Sausage Cafe0.8 km
- Subway Clock0.9 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Servest Catering LTD0.8 km
- Tesco0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stechford1.2 km
- Lea Hall2.1 km
- Adderley Park3.6 km
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Postcode Profile: B346BL · Data under Open Government Licence