B36 0DA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.9km from Castle Bromwich in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Smith's Wood ward and the Meriden constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B36 0DA is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 41) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 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 B36 0DA are sourced from Output Area E00051748 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B36 0DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B36 0DA.
210
41
£ 32,100 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B36 0DA 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 0DA has a significant social housing presence — 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B36 0DA. The average age is 40.7. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B36 0DA has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Castle Bromwich Infant and Nursery School
Castlewood School
Castle Bromwich Junior School
Park Hall Academy
Smith's Wood Primary Academy
Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School
Merstone School
Forest Oak School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Morrisons Supermarkets Ltd0.8 km
- Farmfoods0.7 km
- Tesco0.1 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Hurst Lane Post Office0.8 km
- Slimming World Franchise0.2 km
- Smiths Flowers0.4 km
- QSL Convenience0.8 km
- Morrisons - Service Station0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Curry Club0.8 km
- CJs Cafe0.1 km
- KFC0.7 km
- Greggs0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Atlantis0.8 km
- Bobbys Fish Bar0.9 km
- Chutney Express0.8 km
- Cola Fish Saloon0.7 km
- Golden Bird0.7 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Water Orton1.6 km
- Lea Hall3.5 km
- Coleshill Parkway3.6 km
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Postcode Profile: B360DA · Data under Open Government Licence