Alum Rock Road is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B8 2TE is located in the Ward End electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birmingham, Hodge Hill. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alum Rock Road, Birmingham, B8 2TE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B8 2TG, B8 2TF, B8 3PX, B8 2TT, B8 3PP, B8 2TQ, B8 2TX, B8 3PF, B8 2TP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B8 2TE has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents 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 | 46.7% | 50% | 3.3% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 53.3% | 50% | -3.3% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 35.9% | 40.5% | 4.6% | 37.9% | 2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53% | 44.6% | -8.4% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 5% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 4.3% | 7.4% | 3.1% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 2.5% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 62.4% | 50.9% | -11.5% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 21.8% | 35.3% | 13.5% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 11% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 2.3% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.6% | 22.3% | -9.3% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 13.2% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 10.7% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 23.1% | 12.0% | 16.9% | 6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.1% | 20.7% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 10.3% | 6.6% | -3.7% | 2.8% | 3.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 5.2% 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 | 2.4% | 5.2% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 4.1% |
| Chinese | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 63% | 56.1% | -6.9% | 2.7% | 53.4% |
| Other Asian | 13.3% | 6.4% | -6.9% | 1.6% | 4.8% |
| Black African | 2.4% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.4% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 8.1% | 8.1% | 0.9% | 7.2% |
| White | 10.9% | 5.2% | -5.7% | 81.4% | -76.2% |
| Arab | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 1.6% | 3.0% |
In this area, 65.3% 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 | 60.6% | 65.3% | 4.7% | 83.2% | -17.9% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 33.9% | 27.2% | -6.7% | 5.6% | 21.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 3.5% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 60.6% | 65.3% | 4.7% | 83.2% | -17.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 24.3% | 23.1% | 9.8% | 14.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.1% | 2.9% | -3.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 29.1% | 5.2% | -23.9% | 1.9% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| France | 2.9% | 0.3% | 2.6% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 5.2% | 1.2% | 4.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 2.9% | 13.5% | -10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 6.3% | 37.2% | -30.9% |
| Christian | 10.3% | 46.2% | -35.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 68.6% | 6.5% | 62.1% |
| Not answered | 12% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alum Rock Road was 311.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 155.0% higher than the Bromford & Hodge Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alum Rock Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 112 local areas in Bromford & Hodge Hill and the 218th highest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 226.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 778 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £37,500 | 2003-12-10 | £82,451 |
| 786 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £36,000 | 1999-05-24 | £172,629 |
| 784 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £42,000 | 1999-04-22 | £204,319 |
| 776 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 1996-06-21 | £359,643 |
B8 2TE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of student residents living in B8 2TE area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Retired | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washwood Heath Nursery School 201 Sladefield Road , Ward End B8 2SY | 4out of 4 | 310 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Nursery School Highfield Road , Saltley B8 3QU | 3out of 4 | 1,410 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bordesley Green East Nursery School 358 Bordesley Green East , Stechford B33 8QB | 3out of 4 | 2,012 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Adderley Nursery School 1 St. Saviours Road , B8 1HN | 4out of 4 | 2,231 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bloomsbury Nursery School Bloomsbury Street , Nechells B7 5BX | 4out of 4 | 3,065 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Primary School Thornton Road , Ward End B8 2LQ | 3out of 4 | 305 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sladefield Infant School Bamville Road , Ward End B8 2TJ | 4out of 4 | 313 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nansen Primary School Naseby Road , B8 3HG | 3out of 4 | 992 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ward End Primary School Ingleton Road , B8 2RA | 4out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alston Primary School Alston Road , Bordesley Green East B9 5UN | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saltley Academy Belchers Lane , Bordesley Green B9 5RX | 3out of 4 | 717 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rockwood Academy Naseby Road , Alum Rock B8 3HG | 3out of 4 | 992 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley Studio College 470 Belchers Lane , Bordesley Green B9 5SX | 3out of 4 | 1,544 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hodge Hill College Bromford Road , Hodge Hill B36 8HB | 3out of 4 | 1,650 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hodge Hill Girls' School Bromford Road , Hodge Hill B36 8EY | 3out of 4 | 1,861 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The National College for Advanced Transport and Infrastructure 2 Lister Street , B7 4AG | - not rated | 3,969 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birmingham Metropolitan College Jennens Road , B4 7PS | - not rated | 4,325 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South and City College Birmingham 129 Floodgate Street , B5 5SU | - not rated | 4,358 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College Belgrave Road , Highgate B12 9FF | - not rated | 5,232 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washwood Heath Academy Burney Lane , Stechford B8 2AS | 3out of 4 | 927 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley School Yardley Green Road , Bordesley Green B9 5QA | 2out of 4 | 1,747 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Starbank School Hob Moor Road , B10 9BT | - not rated | 2,222 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Victoria Academy Talbot Way , Small Heath B10 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,468 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Solomon International Business School Lord Street , B7 4AA | 1out of 4 | 4,068 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Education 2 Riverside Drive , Stechford B33 9BF | - not rated | 1,336 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Braidwood School for the Deaf Bromford Road , B36 8AF | 3out of 4 | 1,714 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamd House School The Custard House , 29 - 43 Blake Lane B9 5QT | - not rated | 1,721 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaufort School Stechford Road , Hodge Hill B34 6BJ | 4out of 4 | 1,777 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Huda Girls' School 74-76 Washwood Heath Road , Saltley B8 1RD | - not rated | 1,919 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royals Desserts | 94 Woodwells Road, Birmingham | 44 yd | |
| Kohinur Karahi & Steak House | 759-761 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 89 yd | |
| OMG Pizza | 740 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 147 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 710 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 149 yd | |
| Lal Qela | 730-732 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 169 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Birminghams Allotment Holders | 155 Cotterills Lane, Birmingham | 522 yd | |
| Barley Mow | Barley Mow Inn, 117 St Margarets Road | 714 yd | |
| Washwood Heath Conservative Club | 550 Washwood Heath Road, Birmingham | 746 yd | |
| The Hornet | 991 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 899 yd | |
| Ward End Social Club | 10 St Margarets Road, Birmingham | 904 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bobby Variety Bites | 767 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 101 yd | |
| Desi Karahi | 762-764 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 149 yd | |
| UKS Fried Chicken and Pizza | 746 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 149 yd | |
| Pavlos Fish Bar | 844 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 176 yd | |
| M Alam Halal Butchers | 702 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 310 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discount Supermarket | 850 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 176 yd | |
| Azad Supermarket | 733 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 184 yd | |
| Lidl Uk Gmbh | Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 184 yd | |
| Bucuresti Magazine | 629 Washwood Heath Road, Birmingham | 489 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Women'S Health & Fitness Gym (Closed) 757-761 757-761 Alum Rock Road | health and fitness suite | 95 yd |
| Saltley Wellbeing Centre BROADWAY AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 808 yd |
| Washwood Heath Academy BURNEY LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 837 yd |
| Park View Community Leisure Centre (Closed) Naseby Road | 1,088 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 | 75.0% |
| 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.