B7 4HN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Northumberland Street, 0.5km from Ashted Circus in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Nechells ward and the Birmingham, Ladywood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B7 4HN is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 75% 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 14% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 104 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £93k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for B7 4HN are sourced from Output Area E00046638 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORTHUMBERLAND STREET, B7 4HN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTHUMBERLAND STREET, B7 4HN.
304
37
£ 29,500 /yr
26%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B7 4HN 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 4HN has a significant social housing presence — 75% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 37-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 B7 4HN. The average age is 37.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 93,000
1 sales · Mean £ 93,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B7 4HN is above average at 104 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
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
BOA Digital Technologies Academy
Heartlands Academy
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Birmingham Ormiston Academy
Aston University Engineering Academy
Bordesley Village Primary School
King Solomon International Business School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
37 nearby- Chillerz Cafe0.7 km
- Hanbao1.0 km
- Birmingham Ormiston Academy0.8 km
- Faraday Wharf0.9 km
- Lunar Lounge0.8 km
- + 32 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Op0.4 km
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Griffins Cafe0.5 km
- MFG-Subway -Cinder Fuel Services Ltd0.6 km
- Mill Stores And News0.6 km
- Vauxhall Food Store0.6 km
- Vauxhall Wines0.6 km
- + 20 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- In A Box 31.0 km
- Eagle & Ball Public House0.5 km
- The Sack Of Potatoes0.9 km
- The Sportsman0.8 km
- Learn2Drift1.0 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Aloft Hotel Birmingham Eastside0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Village Kebab House0.9 km
- Burgers, Wings 'n' Tings0.8 km
- Subway0.9 km
- Milano Pizza and Chicken0.3 km
- Bellagio0.8 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Duddeston0.5 km
- Birmingham1.2 km
- Birmingham Moor Street1.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B74HN · Data under Open Government Licence