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About Alum Rock
Alum Rock is a district located in the West Midlands, within the city of Birmingham, England. It lies to the north-east of the city centre and is known for its mix of residential areas and local amenities. The area is served by Alum Rock railway station, which provides connections to Birmingham and surrounding towns. The nearby Alum Rock Park offers open green space and walking paths, making it a popular spot for locals. The postcode area B8 3 covers parts of Alum Rock and the surrounding neighbourhoods. The district has a diverse community and a range of shops, cafes, and community facilities. It is a well-connected part of Birmingham with a long history of industrial and residential development.
School Ratings in Alum Rock
Families in Alum Rock have access to 445 local schools. Anthony Road Children's Centre, Adderley Nursery School and Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Birmingham East are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Alum Rock
Homes sell for an average of £170K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £154K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Alum Rock
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Vehicle crime is the leading concern across Alum Rock, with 146 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Alum Rock
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Alum Rock within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.
Healthcare in Alum Rock
There are 122 GP surgeries within three miles of Alum Rock, the nearest being Cotterils Lane Surgery (0.2 miles away).
Local Data for Alum Rock
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Property Prices 1,843 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the B8 postcode area.
Household Income in Alum Rock ONS 2023
The average total household income in Alum Rock is approximately £41,168 a year before tax, 26% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £32,634. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £32,634.
Businesses in Alum Rock ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,108 active businesses based in Alum Rock, around 24 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 7 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Alum Rock IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Alum Rock experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.
Crime in Alum Rock 1,466 crimes · May 2026
Crime figures for Alum Rock are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Alum Rock
Of the 12,237 households in and around Alum Rock, 52% are owned, 24% are socially rented and 24% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Alum Rock.