B8 1BH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.8km from Washwood Heath in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Alum Rock ward and the Birmingham, Hodge Hill constituency.
For families considering a move, B8 1BH represents many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. An average age of 30 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 B8 1BH are sourced from Output Area E00047996 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B8 1BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B8 1BH.
473
30
£ 30,300 /yr
29%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B8 1BH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
B8 1BH has a highly multicultural community character — 82% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B8 1BH. The average age is 30.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B8 1BH is moderate at 54 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Saviour's C of E Primary School
Highfield Junior and Infant School
Leigh Primary School
St Clement's Church of England Academy
Highfield Nursery School
Nechells Primary E-ACT Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Adderley Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
32 nearby- Bro Buns0.9 km
- 400 Pizza0.5 km
- Chai Green1.0 km
- Khyber Pass Restaurant0.9 km
- Khyber Restaurant & Takeaway0.6 km
- + 27 more
Takeaway Shop
25 nearby- Rio's Piri Piri0.9 km
- Desi Roti & Karahi House0.6 km
- Bani's Fast Food0.5 km
- Beef Belly0.5 km
- Blend It0.8 km
- + 20 more
Retailers - Other
41 nearby- Nafees Bakers & Sweets0.9 km
- Post Office0.6 km
- 7 Star Food and Wine1.0 km
- Foaming Tankard1.0 km
- Ariana Fresh Naan0.5 km
- + 36 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Albion Vaults0.8 km
- Big Shot Snooker Club0.9 km
- The Sportsman0.7 km
- Heartlands Club0.4 km
- The Mitre0.8 km
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Kabul Express0.6 km
- Local Convenience Store0.4 km
- Pak Supermarket0.7 km
- Al Halal Supermarket0.6 km
- Dadyal Supermarket0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Duddeston1.3 km
- Aston1.3 km
- Adderley Park1.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B81BH · Data under Open Government Licence