Barnsdale Crescent is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B31 1TD is located in the Allens Cross electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birmingham, Northfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barnsdale Crescent, Birmingham, B31 1TD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B31 1TH, B31 1SN, B31 1TF, B31 1QP, B31 1TE, B31 1SH, B31 1TB, B31 1UH, B31 1TG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B31 1TD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.6% | 54.5% | -3.1% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 42.4% | 45.5% | 3.1% | 49.0% | -3.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around B31 1TD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 48.5% | 52.5% | 4.0% | 37.9% | 14.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.8% | 33.7% | 0.9% | 44.2% | -10.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 9.4% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 1.1% | -4.8% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.5% | 41.9% | -8.6% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 38.4% | 10.1% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 15.9% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 3.9% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.8% | 24.3% | -9.5% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 9.4% | -9.7% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 18.2% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 5.5% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 11.6% | -1.1% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 28.7% | 17.9% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 71.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 7.1% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 5.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 6.7% | 4.7% | -2.0% | 1.0% | 3.7% |
| Other Black | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 3.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.5% | 3.5% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 85.9% | 71.4% | -14.5% | 81.4% | -10.0% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 86.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.3% | 86.7% | -7.6% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 4.3% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 5.5% | 4.1% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 86.7% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.4% | 9.4% | 9.8% | -0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73% | 76.7% | -3.7% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 44.7% | 46.2% | -1.5% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barnsdale Crescent was 30.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.2% lower than the Allens Cross average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barnsdale Crescent has the 16th lowest crime rate of 123 local areas in Allens Cross and the 435th lowest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Barnsdale Crescent, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £163,500 | 2025-05-09 | £163,500 |
| 25 Barnsdale Crescent, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-11-21 | £186,667 |
| 43 Barnsdale Crescent, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-12-02 | £170,678 |
| 4 Barnsdale Crescent, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2021-04-23 | £193,298 |
| 41 Barnsdale Crescent, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-09-30 | £168,481 |
B31 1TD area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 9% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Retired | 17 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shenley Fields Nursery School Woodcock Lane , Northfield B31 1BU | 4out of 4 | 1,639 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edith Cadbury Nursery School Somerford Road , Weoley Castle B29 5LB | 3out of 4 | 2,505 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Heath Nursery School 200 West Heath Road , Northfield B31 3HB | 3out of 4 | 2,543 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Weoley Castle Nursery School 109 Weoley Castle Road , Weoley Castle B29 5QD | 4out of 4 | 2,721 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rubery Nursery School Leybrook Road , Rubery B45 9PB | 3out of 4 | 2,906 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Orchards Primary Academy Rhayader Road , B31 1TX | 3out of 4 | 184 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bellfield Infant School (NC) Vineyard Road , B31 1PT | 3out of 4 | 760 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bellfield Junior School Vineyard Road , Northfield B31 1PT | 3out of 4 | 760 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Brigid's Catholic Primary School Frankley Beeches Road , Northfield B31 5AB | 3out of 4 | 874 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merritts Brook Primary E-ACT Academy Trescott Road , Northfield B31 5QD | 3out of 4 | 916 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shenley Academy Shenley Lane , B29 4HE | 1out of 4 | 1,590 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI Five Ways School Scotland Lane , Bartley Green B32 4BT | 4out of 4 | 2,148 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls Turves Green , Northfield B31 4BP | - not rated | 2,219 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Turves Green Boys' School Turves Green , Northfield B31 4BS | - not rated | 2,470 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bartley Green School Adams Hill , B32 3QJ | 4out of 4 | 2,708 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fircroft College of Adult Education 1018 Bristol Road , Selly Oak B29 6LH | - not rated | 3,419 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bournville School Hay Green Lane , B30 1SH | 2out of 4 | 2,373 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Kings Academy Shannon Road , Kings Norton B38 9DE | 3out of 4 | 4,489 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longwill A Primary School for Deaf Children Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | 3out of 4 | 920 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria School Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | 4out of 4 | 1,010 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria College Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | - not rated | 1,010 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Edge Academy 946, Bristol Road South , Northfield B31 2LQ | 1out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Birmingham School The Minerva Centre , Thornthwaite Close B45 0DS | 2out of 4 | 2,076 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merritts Cafe | 243 Merritts Brook Lane, Birmingham | 228 yd | |
| Holloway Community Centre | Holloway Hall, Holloway | 596 yd | |
| Picasso Pizza | 749 Bristol Road South, Weoley | 797 yd | |
| Cafe Torta | 855 Bristol Road South, Weoley | 805 yd | |
| Dixy Chicken and Pizza Northfield | 863 Bristol Road South, Weoley | 805 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Highlander | Merritts Hill, Bartley Green | 957 yd | |
| Black Horse | Bristol Road South, Northfield | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Ruby Takeaway | 241 Merritts Brook Lane, Birmingham | 228 yd | |
| Jack's Fish and Chips | 235 Merritts Brook Lane, Birmingham | 228 yd | |
| Starbucks Northfield Drive Thru | Car Park, Sir Herbert Austin Way | 649 yd | |
| Taks Fish And Chips | 805 Bristol Road South, Weoley | 745 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 857-859 Bristol Road South, Weoley | 778 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | J Sainsbury, Frankley Beeches Road | 761 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi, 860 Bristol Road South | 827 yd | |
| Premier Supersaver | 948 Bristol Road South, Northfield | 1,021 yd | |
| Iceland | 15 Grosvenor Shopping Centre, Bristol Road South | 1,024 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Merrits Brook OAK GREEN MERRITS BROOK PUBLIC OPEN SPACE OAK GREEN MERRITS BROOK PUBLIC OPEN SPACE FIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 453 yd |
| Ley Hill LEY HILL RECREATION GROUND LEY HILL RECREATION GROUND MERRITTS HILL | grass pitches | 631 yd |
| Northfield Pool & Fitness Centre (Closed) Bristol Road South | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 921 yd |
| Northfield Leisure Centre NORTHFIELD POOL AND FITNESS CENTRE NORTHFIELD POOL AND FITNESS CENTRE BRISTOL ROAD SOUTH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 921 yd |
| North Worcestershire Golf Club (Closed) Hanging Lane | golf | 948 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% |
| Median download speed | 50.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 123.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.