B8 2TQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Woodwells Road, 0.4km from Ward End in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Ward End 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 29 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 rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £201k, up 39.1% 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 2TQ are sourced from Output Area E00175746 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODWELLS ROAD, B8 2TQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODWELLS ROAD, B8 2TQ.
496
29
£ 36,300 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B8 2TQ 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 2TQ — 86% 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 up 39.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B8 2TQ. The average age is 29.1. 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 crowd. The neighborhood has a significantly lower average age than the national baseline.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 170,000
3 sales · Mean £ 172,666
Terraced
£ 135,000
5 sales · Mean £ 131,300
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B8 2TQ has low crime rates — 30 incidents 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
Sladefield Infant School
Washwood Heath Nursery School
Thornton Primary School
Washwood Heath Academy
Saltley Academy
Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Birmingham East
Ward End Primary School
Rockwood Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
30 nearby- Slam Burger0.2 km
- Cafe Coffea0.6 km
- OMG Pizza0.2 km
- Roma Magazin0.7 km
- Charcoal Grill0.2 km
- + 25 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Washwood Heath Conservative Club0.5 km
- East Birminghams Allotment Holders0.6 km
- Ward End Social Club0.8 km
- Barley Mow0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
35 nearby- Bobby Variety Bites0.2 km
- Kurdish0.4 km
- M Alam Halal Butchers0.3 km
- Pizza Quarter0.3 km
- Classical Fry0.8 km
- + 30 more
Retailers - Other
56 nearby- Ali Foodstore0.3 km
- Caldwell Convenience & Liquor Store0.7 km
- Local Express Food0.9 km
- Makkah Halal Meat Centre0.4 km
- Pelham Halal Meat Centre0.2 km
- + 51 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Azad Supermarket0.3 km
- Khan Grocery1.0 km
- Bucuresti Magazine0.3 km
- Discount Supermarket0.2 km
- Lidl Uk Gmbh0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Ward End Hostel0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stechford1.6 km
- Adderley Park1.7 km
- Duddeston2.7 km
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Postcode Profile: B82TQ · Data under Open Government Licence