B8 1ET is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bowyer Road, 0.1km from Saltley in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Alum Rock ward and the Birmingham, Hodge Hill constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 78% 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 rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 16.8% year-on-year. 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 1ET are sourced from Output Area E00175776 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BOWYER ROAD, B8 1ET House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOWYER ROAD, B8 1ET.
407
34
£ 30,300 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B8 1ET 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
Cultural diversity defines B8 1ET — 85% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending down 16.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B8 1ET. The average age is 33.6. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 158,000
9 sales · Mean £ 148,000
Semi-Detached
£ 161,000
1 sales · Mean £ 161,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B8 1ET has low crime rates — 49 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
The Rosary Catholic Primary School
Parkfield Community School
Highfield Nursery School
Shaw Hill Primary School
Adderley Nursery School
Rockwood Academy
Nansen Primary School
St Saviour's C of E Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
34 nearby- Spicy Corner0.6 km
- Desi Roti & Karahi House0.6 km
- Ali's Kebabish0.7 km
- Bilal Sweet Centre0.2 km
- Burgerizza0.3 km
- + 29 more
Retailers - Other
57 nearby- Nafees Bakers & Sweets0.2 km
- Post Office0.6 km
- 7 Star Food and Wine0.8 km
- Al Haroof Superstore0.8 km
- Alishan Butcher0.3 km
- + 52 more
Restaurant, Cafe
35 nearby- Chai Green0.1 km
- Khyber Pass Restaurant0.2 km
- Khyber Restaurant & Takeaway0.6 km
- 400 Pizza0.7 km
- International Islamic Cultural Study1.0 km
- + 30 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Big Shot Snooker Club0.2 km
- Bridge House0.3 km
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Kabul Express0.6 km
- Local Convenience Store0.9 km
- Pak Supermarket0.4 km
- Khan Grocery0.4 km
- Al Halal Supermarket0.6 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Adderley Park0.5 km
- Duddeston1.3 km
- Aston2.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B81ET · Data under Open Government Licence