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Location in West MidlandsBordesley sits where the marker shows within the county.

30,164
Population
7,548
Households
1 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£41,156
Avg. household income
908
Businesses
7,257
People per km²
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About Bordesley

Bordesley is a district within the city of Birmingham, located in the West Midlands county of England. It lies to the east of the city centre and is part of the B9 postcode area. The area has a mix of residential streets and industrial sites, reflecting its history as a former manufacturing hub. Bordesley is situated near the River Rea and is close to the Birmingham Canal Navigations, which were historically important for transport and trade. The area has seen significant redevelopment in recent years, with new housing and community facilities being built. It is well connected by road and rail, with Bordesley railway station providing links to central Birmingham and surrounding towns. The district is home to a diverse population and has a range of local shops, schools, and places of worship.

School Ratings in Bordesley

There are 503 schools in and around Bordesley. Wyndcliffe Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bordesley

The average property price is £252K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £153K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bordesley

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Vehicle crime is prevalent across Bordesley, with 179 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bordesley

Bordesley falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.

Healthcare in Bordesley

There are 147 GP surgeries within three miles of Bordesley, the nearest being E & N Birmingham Pct's Ooh Service (137 yards away).

Local Data for Bordesley

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Property Prices 1,181 sales

Average Price £252K
£680 , £16.8M
Detached £262K 13
Semi £192K 218
Terraced £153K 742
Flat £110K 106

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

266 Primary
73 Secondary
164 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the B9 postcode area.

Bordesley Village Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Regents Park Community Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles South and City College Birmingham 16 plus Requires Improvement 0.4 miles St Anne's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School Primary 0.5 miles Hazrat Khadijatul Kubra Girls School Not applicable Good 0.5 miles St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.6 miles BOA Digital Technologies Academy Secondary 0.6 miles Muath Children's Centre 0.6 miles Camp Hill Education Not applicable Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Birmingham City University Not applicable Good 0.7 miles Birmingham Ormiston Academy Secondary Good 0.7 miles

Household Income in Bordesley ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bordesley is approximately £41,156 a year before tax, 26% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,348. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bordesley £41,156
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £33,348.

Businesses in Bordesley ONS 2025

There are approximately 908 active businesses based in Bordesley, around 30 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

908 Total businesses
30 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bordesley IMD 2025

Bordesley falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
1/10
Income
1/10
Employment
2/10
Education
1/10
Health
2/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
2/10
Children 0-15 31%
Working age 63%
Older 65+ 6%
9,236 Children (0-15) 31%
18,966 Working Age 63%
1,955 Older (65+) 6%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 79.6% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 60.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Bordesley 1,793 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Bordesley sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 802
Vehicle Crime 179
Criminal Damage & Arson 144
Public Order 143
Other Theft 111
Burglary 84
Drugs 67
Weapons 59
Anti-Social Behaviour 47
Robbery 45
Shoplifting 40
Theft from Person 35
Other Crime 31
Bicycle Theft 6
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Adderley Park Train Station 0.8 miles
Duddeston Train Station 0.9 miles
Small Heath Train Station 1 miles
Birmingham Snow Hill Train Station 1 miles
Five Ways Train Station 1.7 miles
Jewellery Quarter Train Station 1.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Digbeth 0.6 miles Vauxhall 0.6 miles Nechells Green 0.6 miles Highgate 0.9 miles Saltley 0.9 miles Birmingham 0.9 miles Little Bromwich 1.2 miles Bordesley Green 1.2 miles Lee Bank 1.2 miles Sparkbrook 1.2 miles Small Heath 1.4 miles Balsall Heath 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Birmingham
Ward Bordesley & Highgate
Constituency Birmingham, Ladywood
Parish Birmingham, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Bordesley

Of the 8,133 households in and around Bordesley, 46% are owned, 27% are socially rented and 28% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 46% Social rented 27% Private rented 28%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bordesley.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bordesley

What is the population of Bordesley?
Bordesley has a population of approximately 30,164 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bordesley?
The average property in and around Bordesley sold for about £252,473, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 28% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bordesley a deprived area?
Bordesley sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 1 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bordesley?
Bordesley is covered by the B9 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bordesley?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bordesley, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bordesley?
The nearest railway station to Bordesley is Adderley Park Train Station, about 0.8 miles away.

Streets in B9 30 shown View all streets

Adderley Road South 1 Adderley Street 3 Allcock Street 3 Alport Croft 1 Alston Grove 1 Alston Road 1 Alum Drive 1 Alveston Grove 1 Aspen Grove 1 Azalea Grove 1 Bangor Road 2 Barwell Road 2 Bedworth Grove 1 Belchers Lane 12 Bell Close 1 Blake Lane 1 Blake Place 2 Blakeland Street 2 Bolton Street 1 Bordesley Close 3 Bordesley Green 27 Bordesley Green East 9 Bordesley Green Road 5 Botha Road 4 Bowyer Street 1 Brailes Grove 2 Bramble Dell 1 Broadway Avenue 3 Bromley Street 1 Bromwich Walk 1

Postcodes in B9 50 shown View all postcodes

B9 4AA B9 4AE B9 4AG B9 4AH B9 4AL B9 4AN B9 4AR B9 4AT B9 4AU B9 4AX B9 4AY B9 4BA B9 4BB B9 4BF B9 4BG B9 4BN B9 4BP B9 4BS B9 4BT B9 4BX B9 4BY B9 4DE B9 4DG B9 4DH B9 4DJ B9 4DP B9 4DS B9 4DT B9 4DY B9 4ED B9 4EE B9 4EF B9 4EG B9 4EH B9 4EJ B9 4EL B9 4EN B9 4EP B9 4ER B9 4EY B9 4HA B9 4HB B9 4HE B9 4HF B9 4HH B9 4HN B9 4HQ B9 4HX B9 4JA B9 4JB