B7 4AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Nechells Green in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Nechells ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B7 4AR is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. With an average age of just 27, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 74% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham. Full-time employment stands at 10% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 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 B7 4AR are sourced from Output Area E00046662 (shared with 70 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B7 4AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B7 4AR.
582
27
£ 30,100 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B7 4AR 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
B7 4AR has a significant social housing presence — 74% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B7 4AR. The average age is 27.3. 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 notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B7 4AR has low crime rates — 43 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
King Solomon International Business School
Aston University Engineering Academy
Heartlands Academy
Cromwell Junior and Infant School
Bloomsbury Nursery School
Titan Aston Academy
BOA Digital Technologies Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- The Sack Of Potatoes0.7 km
- Albion Vaults0.9 km
- Shanahans0.6 km
- The Sportsman0.9 km
- The Clements Bar1.0 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- Cafe Pause0.9 km
- Jj Food Service0.4 km
- Uncle Bobs Diner0.8 km
- Moco Coffee and Company0.9 km
- Patsyjoe's Pantry0.9 km
- + 26 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco Stores0.9 km
- Co-Op0.8 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
39 nearby- Burgers, Wings 'n' Tings0.1 km
- Brammies0.5 km
- Dixy Chicken Nechells0.6 km
- Mushtaq Sweet Centre0.8 km
- Phat Chips0.7 km
- + 34 more
Retailers - Other
34 nearby- Bbs Deli0.9 km
- Dolce Desserts Express0.5 km
- Holy Land Dates Ltd0.3 km
- Horgan's Sandwich Bar & Takeaway0.7 km
- JD Gyms0.8 km
- + 29 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Premier Inn0.4 km
- Aloft Hotel Birmingham Eastside0.7 km
- Campanile Hotel0.5 km
- Conference Aston0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Duddeston0.7 km
- Birmingham1.3 km
- Birmingham Snow Hill1.6 km
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Postcode Profile: B74AR · Data under Open Government Licence