Birmingham on the map
Built-up area219.1 km² (84.6 sq mi)
Location in West MidlandsBirmingham sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Birmingham
Birmingham is a major city in the West Midlands region of England, known for its industrial heritage and diverse cultural scene. The city centre features a mix of modern architecture and historic buildings, with prominent landmarks such as the Bullring shopping district and the Birmingham Town Hall. It is a hub for transport and commerce, with a well-connected railway network and a central bus station. The city is home to several universities and cultural institutions, including the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery. The B8 1 postcode area lies within the city, covering parts of the city centre and nearby residential districts. Birmingham offers a range of amenities, from parks and green spaces to theatres and music venues, reflecting its dynamic urban character.
School Ratings in Birmingham
Families in Birmingham have access to 493 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 Birmingham
Homes sell for an average of £272K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £200K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Birmingham
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Birmingham, with 746 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Birmingham
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Birmingham 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 Birmingham
There are 139 GP surgeries within three miles of Birmingham, the nearest being Alpha Medical Practice (0.4 miles away).
Local Data for Birmingham
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Property Prices 113,408 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the B8 postcode area.
Household Income in Birmingham ONS 2023
The average total household income in Birmingham is approximately £47,201 a year before tax, 15% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,012. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £35,012.
Businesses in Birmingham ONS 2025
There are approximately 38,196 active businesses based in Birmingham, around 32 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 790 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Birmingham IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Birmingham 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 Birmingham 8,511 crimes · April 2026
Crime in Birmingham is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a city with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
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
Local Government
Home Ownership in Birmingham
Of the 439,711 households in and around Birmingham, 53% are owned, 24% are socially rented and 22% 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 Birmingham.