B8 2ET is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Washwood Heath Road, 0.5km from Ward End in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Ward End ward and the Birmingham, Hodge Hill constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B8 2ET is 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 teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 30 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 29% 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 17% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £122k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the 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 2ET are sourced from Output Area E00047982 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WASHWOOD HEATH ROAD, B8 2ET House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WASHWOOD HEATH ROAD, B8 2ET.
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£ 30,300 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B8 2ET 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 2ET has a highly multicultural community character — 64% 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 2ET. The average age is 29.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 122,500
4 sales · Mean £ 125,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B8 2ET is moderate at 52 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
Ward End Primary School
Washwood Heath Nursery School
Leigh Primary School
Sladefield Infant School
Highfield Junior and Infant School
Nansen Primary School
Rockwood Academy
Thornton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Barley Mow0.5 km
- Ward End Social Club0.9 km
- Washwood Heath Conservative Club0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- West Midlands Fire Service0.3 km
- Slam Burger1.0 km
- Kashmiri King Karahi0.5 km
- Cofetarie Romaneasca0.5 km
- International Islamic Cultural Study0.9 km
- + 12 more
Retailers - Other
37 nearby- 7 Star Food and Wine0.6 km
- Roxstar One Limited0.5 km
- Ariana Fresh Naan0.9 km
- Butchers0.5 km
- Foodworld Butcher0.5 km
- + 32 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Baguettes and bowls0.6 km
- Ali's Kebabish1.0 km
- Antalya Shawarma0.5 km
- Dixy Chicken0.5 km
- Fillingz Hut0.6 km
- + 17 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Ward End Hostel0.9 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Bucuresti Magazine0.5 km
- Discount Supermarket1.0 km
- Local Convenience Store0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Adderley Park1.8 km
- Gravelly Hill2.3 km
- Stechford2.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B82ET · Data under Open Government Licence