Brookhill Road is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B8 3PA is located in the Alum Rock 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 Brookhill Road, Birmingham, B8 3PA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B8 3NR, B8 3PD, B8 3NZ, B8 3PB, B8 3LJ, B8 3NP, B8 3LL, B8 3HX, B8 3LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B8 3PA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 48.7% | 52.3% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 51.3% | 47.7% | -3.6% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of B8 3PA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32% | 34.7% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.3% | 53.4% | 1.1% | 44.2% | 9.2% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 4.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 5.5% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 1.7% | -4.6% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
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 | 36.5% | 42.4% | 5.9% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 40.4% | 37.4% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 13.2% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 5.8% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 B8 3PA this area, 37.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.1% | 37.2% | -5.9% | 18.2% | 19.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 11.7% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 14.2% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 3.8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 12.6% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 18.4% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 8.2% | 2.1% | -6.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 9.6% 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 | 4.4% | 6.4% | 2.0% | 1.1% | 5.3% |
| Chinese | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 52.4% | 58% | 5.6% | 2.7% | 55.3% |
| Other Asian | 12.1% | 6.7% | -5.4% | 1.6% | 5.1% |
| Black African | 5% | 4.4% | -0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 4.4% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 3.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 18.3% | 9.6% | -8.7% | 81.4% | -71.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 1.6% | 3.4% |
In this area, 67.1% 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 | 63.7% | 67.1% | 3.4% | 83.2% | -16.1% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 30% | 26.8% | -3.2% | 5.6% | 21.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 62.8% | 67.3% | 4.5% | 83.2% | -15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 24.3% | 21.5% | 9.8% | 14.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 2.6% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 7% | 1.8% | -5.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 24.1% | 4.1% | -20.0% | 1.9% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.8% | 76.7% | -2.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Other Europe | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| Southern Asia | 5.5% | 1.2% | 4.3% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 5.6% | 37.2% | -31.6% |
| Christian | 6.7% | 46.2% | -39.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 81.8% | 6.5% | 75.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brookhill Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Alum Rock average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 96.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Brookhill Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2019-01-10 | £132,288 |
| 77 Brookhill Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2015-08-14 | £184,117 |
| 57 Brookhill Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2012-02-09 | £306,945 |
| 73 Brookhill Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2006-12-08 | £200,655 |
B8 3PA area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in B8 3PA area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Looking after home or family | 43 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Other | 20 |
| Unemployed | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Transport and storage | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| 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 | 525 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Nursery School Highfield Road , B8 3QF | 3out of 4 | 1,142 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Adderley Nursery School 1 St. Saviours Road , B8 1HN | 4out of 4 | 1,897 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 | 2,146 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bloomsbury Nursery School Bloomsbury Street , Nechells B7 5BX | 4out of 4 | 2,776 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sladefield Infant School Bamville Road , Ward End B8 2TJ | 3out of 4 | 565 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Primary School Thornton Road , Ward End B8 2LQ | 3out of 4 | 676 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaw Hill Primary School Anthony Road , Alum Rock B8 3AN | 4out of 4 | 728 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nansen Primary School Naseby Road , B8 3HG | 3out of 4 | 734 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nansen Primary School Naseby Road , B8 3HG | - not rated | 734 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Birmingham East 441 Alum Rock Road , B8 3DT | 4out of 4 | 411 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Saltley Academy Belchers Lane , Bordesley Green B9 5RX | 3out of 4 | 626 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltley School and Specialist Science College Belchers Lane , Bordesley Green B9 5RX | - not rated | 626 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rockwood Academy Naseby Road , Alum Rock B8 3HG | 3out of 4 | 734 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View Business and Enterprise School Naseby Road , Alum Rock B8 3HG | - not rated | 734 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City College, Birmingham Fordrough Campus , B9 5NA | - not rated | 1,665 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The National College for Advanced Transport and Infrastructure 2 Lister Street , B7 4AG | - not rated | 3,637 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The National College for Advanced Transport and Infrastructure 2 Lister Street , B7 4AG | - not rated | 3,637 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aston University Mathematics School 2 Lister Street , B7 4AG | - not rated | 3,693 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birmingham Metropolitan College Jennens Road , B4 7PS | - not rated | 3,971 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 | 1,277 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Hijrah School Burbidge Road , Bordesley Green B9 4US | - not rated | 1,550 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley School Yardley Green Road , Bordesley Green B9 5QA | 3out of 4 | 1,634 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley School Yardley Green Road , Bordesley Green B9 5QA | - not rated | 1,634 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Starbank School Hob Moor Road , B10 9BT | 3out of 4 | 2,020 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rightrack 80 Anthony Road , Saltley B8 3AA | - not rated | 954 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ward End Community College 962-968 Alum Rock Road , Ward End B8 2LS | - not rated | 1,077 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bethel Christian School Ward End Road , Ward End B8 2QU | - not rated | 1,109 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sanctuary Education Burrows Build , St Peter's Urban Village B8 3TE | - not rated | 1,266 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birmingham Private School for Boys 68-70 Wright Road , Alum Rock B8 1NS | - not rated | 1,310 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roti Wala Dera Ltd | 491 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 228 yd | |
| Multiano Pizza | 682 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 298 yd | |
| Uks Fried Chicken | 466 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 301 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 710 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 355 yd | |
| OMG Pizza | 740 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 357 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washwood Heath Conservative Club | 550 Washwood Heath Road, Birmingham | 781 yd | |
| East Birminghams Allotment Holders | 155 Cotterills Lane, Birmingham | 798 yd | |
| Barley Mow | Barley Mow Inn, 117 St Margarets Road | 936 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| M Alam Halal Butchers | 702 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 303 yd | |
| Roti & Curry Bazaar | 664 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 303 yd | |
| Caspian Pizza | 674 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 303 yd | |
| Arfat Kebab House | 684 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 303 yd | |
| Spicy Rooster Hut | 676 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 303 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azad Supermarket | 733 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 429 yd | |
| Lidl Uk Gmbh | Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 429 yd | |
| Discount Supermarket | 850 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham | 628 yd | |
| Bucuresti Magazine | 629 Washwood Heath Road, Birmingham | 632 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Women'S Health & Fitness Gym (Closed) 757-761 757-761 Alum Rock Road | health and fitness suite | 424 yd |
| Saltley Wellbeing Centre BROADWAY AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 653 yd |
| Park View Community Leisure Centre (Closed) Naseby Road | 726 yd | |
| Rockwood Academy NASEBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 819 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 250.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.