Farm Street is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B19 2TX is located in the Newtown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birmingham, Ladywood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Farm Street, Birmingham, B19 2TX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B19 2TZ, B19 2XH, B19 1DS, B19 2XR, B19 2XL, B19 1DP, B19 2XD, B19 1DT, B19 1AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B19 2TX is primarily male, with 62.6% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 43.8% | 37.4% | -6.4% | 51.0% | -13.6% |
| Male | 56.2% | 62.6% | 6.4% | 49.0% | 13.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.7% | 40.7% | 1.0% | 37.9% | 2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 13.8% | 18.7% | 4.9% | 44.2% | -25.5% |
| Separated | 12.9% | 6.5% | -6.4% | 2.2% | 4.3% |
| Divorced | 19.8% | 24.4% | 4.6% | 9.1% | 15.3% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (64.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 26.7% | 35.4% | 8.7% | 48.4% | -13.0% |
| Good health | 27.4% | 29.3% | 1.9% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 24% | 22.4% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 9.7% |
| Bad health | 17.8% | 8.8% | -9.0% | 4.0% | 4.8% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 4.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around B19 2TX this area, 31.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 53.4% | 31.7% | -21.7% | 18.2% | 13.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 5.7% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.6% | 5.7% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -7.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 7.3% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 11.4% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.6% | 31.7% | 23.1% | 33.8% | -2.1% |
| Other | 9.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% | 2.8% | 3.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 35.6% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 5.5% | 3.4% | -2.1% | 1.1% | 2.3% |
| Indian | 4.1% | 1.4% | -2.7% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 3.4% | 10.3% | 6.9% | 2.7% | 7.6% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 11% | 20.5% | 9.5% | 2.5% | 18.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 17.8% | 15.8% | -2.0% | 1.0% | 14.8% |
| Other Black | 6.2% | 4.1% | -2.1% | 0.5% | 3.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 45.2% | 35.6% | -9.6% | 81.4% | -45.8% |
| Arab | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.7% | 6.8% | 6.1% | 1.6% | 5.2% |
In this area, 56.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.5% | 56.5% | -12.0% | 83.2% | -26.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 7.5% | 14.3% | 6.8% | 2.7% | 11.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.9% | 6.8% | -2.1% | 5.6% | 1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 13% | 16.3% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 15.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 58.9% | 56.8% | -2.1% | 83.2% | -26.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 34.2% | 34.2% | 9.8% | 24.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.8% | 4.8% | 0.0% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.6% | 2.7% | -6.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 26.7% | 1.4% | -25.3% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.5% | 76.7% | -6.2% |
| Ireland | 4.8% | 0.6% | 4.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 4.8% | 0.3% | 4.5% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 12.3% | 13.5% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 11.6% | 37.2% | -25.6% |
| Christian | 51.4% | 46.2% | 5.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 25.3% | 6.5% | 18.8% |
| Sikh | 4.1% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Farm Street was 489.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 437.9% higher than the Lozells average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Farm Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Lozells and the 91st highest crime rate of 3,061 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 258.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 19.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Queens Head, 381 Farm Street, Birmingham, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2020-08-14 | £228,947 |
| The Queens Head, 381 Farm Street, Birmingham, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2018-04-17 | £217,768 |
The percentage of retired residents living in B19 2TX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
The percentage of student residents living in B19 2TX area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 37 |
| Full-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown Nursery School Hockley Close , Newtown B19 2NS | 4out of 4 | 953 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brearley Nursery School Brearley Street , Newtown B19 3XJ | 4out of 4 | 1,013 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thamestower Nursery School Oliver Street , Nechells B7 5BL | - not rated | 2,757 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bloomsbury Nursery School Bloomsbury Street , Nechells B7 5BX | 4out of 4 | 2,997 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Centre Nursery School Bell Barn Road , Lee Bank B15 2AF | 3out of 4 | 3,258 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis Catholic Primary School Nursery Road , Handsworth B19 1PH | - not rated | 237 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic Primary School Nursery Road , Handsworth B19 1PH | - not rated | 237 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anglesey Junior School Nursery Road , Newtown B19 2YA | - not rated | 358 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anglesey Infant School Anglesey Street , Lozells B19 1RA | - not rated | 488 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Anglesey Primary School Anglesey Street , B19 1RA | 3out of 4 | 488 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nishkam High School Great King Street North , B19 2LF | - not rated | 423 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's CofE School Great Hampton Row , Newtown B19 3JG | - not rated | 910 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holte School Wheeler Street , Lozells B19 2EP | 3out of 4 | 1,045 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI Handsworth School Rose Hill Road , B21 9AR | - not rated | 1,106 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| King Edward VI Handsworth School Rose Hill Road , B21 9AR | - not rated | 1,106 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOA Stage and Screen Production Academy 46-48 Stour Street , B18 7AJ | - not rated | 1,749 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | More About School | |
| Birmingham College of Food Tourism and Creative Studies Summer Row , B3 1JB | - not rated | 1,790 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aston University Mathematics School 2 Lister Street , B7 4AG | - not rated | 2,158 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The National College for Advanced Transport and Infrastructure 2 Lister Street , B7 4AG | - not rated | 2,243 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The National College for Advanced Transport and Infrastructure 2 Lister Street , B7 4AG | - not rated | 2,243 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Solomon International Business School Lord Street , B7 4AA | - not rated | 2,004 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Star King Solomon Academy Lord Street , B7 4AA | - not rated | 2,071 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Hijrah School Burbidge Road , Bordesley Green B9 4US | - not rated | 4,777 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Values Academy 15 Key Hill , Hockley B18 5PB | - not rated | 438 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Flexible Learning School 23 All Saints Road , Hockley B18 5QB | - not rated | 693 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lambs Christian School 113 Soho Hill , B19 1AY | - not rated | 696 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Diamond Academy Malika House , 81 George Street | - not rated | 714 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakbridge School Church Lane , B20 2HL | - not rated | 976 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Ruby | 224 New John Street West, Birmingham | 113 yd | |
| Domdines | 226 New John Street West, Birmingham | 113 yd | |
| Friends Cafe | 222 New John Street West, Birmingham | 113 yd | |
| Signet Group Plc | Hunters Road, Birmingham | 131 yd | |
| Hunters Cafe | 29 Hunters Road, Birmingham | 190 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Queens Head | Flat Over, Queens Head, 381 Farm Street | 1 yd | |
| Whitehouse Public House | 99 New John Street West, Birmingham | 254 yd | |
| The Kulture Bar & Restaurant | Ground Floor, 160 Hockley Hill | 404 yd | |
| Whisky Bars | 75-79 Vyse Street, Ladywood | 655 yd | |
| The Birmingham Whiskey Club | Museum Of The Jewellery Quarter, 75 Vyse Street | 673 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Ruby | 224 New John Street West, Birmingham | 113 yd | |
| Subway / Food to Go | Murco, New John Street West | 133 yd | |
| WiJamman Takeaway | 22 Soho Hill, Birmingham | 225 yd | |
| Chucky's Chippy | 26 Soho Hill, Birmingham | 225 yd | |
| SK Convenience Store (Life Style Exp | 23-24 Lodge Road, Soho Hockley | 494 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamil Foodstore | 85A Wills Street, Birmingham | 767 yd | |
| Tesco | 119 Great Hampton Street, Birmingham | 807 yd | |
| International Mini Market | 233 Lozells Road, Lozells And East Handsworth | 899 yd | |
| Umeed Superstore | 153 Lozells Road, Lozells And East Handsworth | 944 yd | |
| Fish Bazar Limited | 67-69 Lozells Road, Lozells And East Handsworth | 1,043 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mayfield School (Closed) Villa Street | 329 yd | |
| Playfootball (Birmingham Indoor) FUTSAL UK FUTSAL UK GREAT KING STREET NORTH | artificial grass pitch | 439 yd |
| Nishkam High School NISHKAM HIGH SCHOOL NISHKAM HIGH SCHOOL GREAT KING STREET NORTH | tennis courts | 439 yd |
| Body Sculpture (Closed) Bill House Bill House Soho Hill | 883 yd | |
| St George'S Community Hub ST. GEORGES COMMUNITY HUB ST. GEORGES COMMUNITY HUB GREAT HAMPTON ROW | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 907 yd |
| St Chads Catholic Primary School HOSPITAL STREET | grass pitches | 979 yd |
| Holte Community Leisure Centre (Closed) Wheeler Street | artificial grass pitch | 1,033 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.