B36 0BF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Kingshurst in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Smith's Wood ward and the Meriden constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B36 0BF is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The community skews young professional (average age 29) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 59% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 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 B36 0BF are sourced from Output Area E00051738 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B36 0BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B36 0BF.
296
29
£ 35,000 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B36 0BF 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.
Area Character
B36 0BF has a significant social housing presence — 59% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 29-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B36 0BF. The average age is 28.9. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B36 0BF is moderate at 62 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
Smith's Wood Academy
Forest Oak School
Merstone School
Kingshurst Primary School
St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School
St Anthony's Catholic Primary School
Smith's Wood Primary Academy
Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Tandas News0.8 km
- Costcutter0.5 km
- Yorkswood Evergreen Community Fridge0.9 km
- Greggs0.5 km
- Spar0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- King Valley Takeaway0.5 km
- Greggs0.7 km
- Rice n P's1.0 km
- Bobbys Fish Bar0.7 km
- Pizza 3690.7 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Punch Bowl0.4 km
- The Pavilions Club Limited0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Greggs0.7 km
- Black Shaz Kitchen0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Operative Supermarket0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Water Orton2.5 km
- Marston Green3.3 km
- Coleshill Parkway3.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B360BF · Data under Open Government Licence