B8 1QT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.7km from Washwood Heath 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a industrial units zone — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 30 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 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 53 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 1QT are sourced from Output Area E00047996 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B8 1QT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B8 1QT.
473
30
£ 30,300 /yr
29%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B8 1QT 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 1QT 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 1QT. 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
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B8 1QT is moderate at 53 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 Saviour's C of E Primary School
Highfield Junior and Infant School
Highfield Nursery School
Leigh Primary School
Adderley Nursery School
St Clement's Church of England Academy
Rockwood Academy
Nansen Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
36 nearby- Bro Buns0.8 km
- Burger and Sauce1.0 km
- Madina Kashif-Ul-Aloom Mosque0.9 km
- 400 Pizza0.5 km
- Chai Green0.8 km
- + 31 more
Takeaway Shop
32 nearby- Kingdom Sweets & Bakers Ltd0.9 km
- Rio's Piri Piri0.8 km
- Desi Roti & Karahi House0.5 km
- Bilal Sweet Centre0.9 km
- Latif's Grill and Pizza0.9 km
- + 27 more
Retailers - Other
45 nearby- Nafees Bakers & Sweets0.7 km
- Post Office0.5 km
- 7 Star Food and Wine0.8 km
- Alishan Butcher1.0 km
- Ariana Fresh Naan0.4 km
- + 40 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Albion Vaults0.8 km
- Big Shot Snooker Club0.8 km
- The Sportsman0.8 km
- Heartlands Club0.5 km
- The Mitre0.9 km
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Kabul Express0.5 km
- Local Convenience Store0.3 km
- Pak Supermarket0.6 km
- Al Halal Supermarket0.5 km
- Dadyal Supermarket0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Duddeston1.3 km
- Adderley Park1.4 km
- Aston1.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B81QT · Data under Open Government Licence