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About Aston
Aston is a district within the city of Birmingham, located in the West Midlands county of England. It lies to the north of the city centre and is part of the B6 postcode area. The area has a mix of residential streets and local amenities, including shops, schools, and community facilities. Historically, Aston was a separate village before being absorbed into Birmingham during the city's expansion in the 19th century. It is known for its diverse population and strong sense of local identity. The area is well-connected by public transport, with bus routes and nearby train stations providing access to other parts of the city. While much of the housing stock dates from the late 1800s and early 1900s, there have been recent efforts to regenerate parts of the district.
School Ratings in Aston
Families in Aston have access to 456 local schools. Mansfield Green E-ACT Academy, Aston Manor Academy and King Edward VI Aston School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Aston
Homes sell for an average of £569K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £143K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Aston
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Aston, with 182 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Aston
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Aston 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 Aston
There are 136 GP surgeries within three miles of Aston, the nearest being Church Road Surgery (72 yards away).
Local Data for Aston
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Property Prices 837 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the B6 postcode area.
Household Income in Aston ONS 2023
The average total household income in Aston is approximately £37,753 a year before tax, 32% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £29,015. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £29,015.
Businesses in Aston ONS 2025
There are approximately 807 active businesses based in Aston, around 44 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 85% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 34 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Aston IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Aston 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 Aston 1,920 crimes · May 2026
Crime figures for Aston 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
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Aston
Of the 5,395 households in and around Aston, 42% are owned, 33% are socially rented and 25% 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 Aston.