Postcode Analysis Birmingham, West Midlands

ASTON ROAD NORTH, B6 4DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASTON ROAD NORTH, B6 4DS.

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Population

1,161

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Avg Age

20

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Avg Income

£ 29,500 /yr

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Employed

2%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B6 4DS 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.

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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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4/10
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1/10
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3/10
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Area Character

B6 4DS has a significant social housing presence — 63% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 20-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

B6 4DS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Aston Road North, 0.6km from Aston New Town in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Nechells ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, B6 4DS is a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. With an average age of just 20, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 63% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 64% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham. Full-time employment stands at 1% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for B6 4DS are sourced from Output Area E00175649 (shared with 107 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 B6 4DS. The average age is 20.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British35.8%
Asian / British Asian35.5%
Black / African / Caribbean18.7%
Other / Mixed10.0%

Economic Activity

2%Active
FT: 1%
Unemployed: 0%
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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 B6 4DS is moderate at 61 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences152
Vehicle crime27
Anti-social behaviour11
Criminal damage and arson11
Other theft9

school Local Schools

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Titan Aston Academy

Requires Improvement3 pupils0.2 km
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King Solomon International Business School

Inadequate0.4 km
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Aston Tower Community Primary School

Good435 pupils0.6 km
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Aston University Engineering Academy

Good713 pupils0.7 km
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Cromwell Junior and Infant School

Outstanding235 pupils0.7 km
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Aston Manor Academy

Outstanding997 pupils0.7 km
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Chilwell Croft Academy

Good393 pupils0.8 km
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St Matthew's CofE Primary School

Outstanding203 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

34 nearby
  • Newtown Cultural Projects0.7 km
  • Rising Cafe0.3 km
  • Smash Loco0.7 km
  • Empress Bar and Grill0.9 km
  • Globeworks1.0 km
  • + 29 more
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Takeaway Shop

39 nearby
  • Kim Kitchen0.5 km
  • Angry Wings0.7 km
  • Baileys Caribbean Cuisine Ltd0.7 km
  • Burger Pitstop0.7 km
  • Dr Patty0.7 km
  • + 34 more
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • The Clements0.7 km
  • Christophers lounge0.1 km
  • The Albion At Aston0.1 km
  • The Gosta Green0.8 km
  • Barton Arms0.8 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

31 nearby
  • Aston Way Service Station0.8 km
  • Bread Cheese and Heaven0.7 km
  • John Smith Guild Shop1.0 km
  • The Campus Shop0.7 km
  • Aston Cross News Ltd0.4 km
  • + 26 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Campanile Hotel0.3 km
  • Conference Aston1.0 km
  • Premier Inn0.4 km
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Samis Wholesale Cash and Carry0.9 km
  • Tesco Stores0.8 km
  • Tesco Stores Ltd1.0 km
  • Aldi Foodstore Ltd0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Duddeston1.2 km
  • Birmingham1.4 km
  • Aston1.5 km