Postcode Analysis Bromsgrove, West Midlands

BIRMINGHAM ROAD, B48 7AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRMINGHAM ROAD, B48 7AQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

351

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 49,600 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B48 7AQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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7/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates B48 7AQ — age 51, 81% ownership, 15% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

B48 7AQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Birmingham Road, 0.1km from Hopwood in Hopwood. Administratively it sits within Alvechurch Village ward and the Bromsgrove constituency.

For families considering a move, B48 7AQ represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for B48 7AQ are sourced from Output Area E00163844 (shared with 33 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 B48 7AQ. The average age is 50.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.3%
Asian / British Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

B48 7AQ has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Hopwood House0.3 km
  • Hopwood Village Hall0.3 km
  • Five Ways Old Edwardians Sports Club Limited0.9 km
  • Kings Norton RFC0.9 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Westmead Hotel0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Longbridge2.9 km
  • Barnt Green2.9 km
  • Alvechurch3.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Lea End Lane0.2 km
  • Lea End Lane0.2 km
  • Waterside Orchard Park0.4 km
  • Ash Lane0.5 km