Is B8 1JB a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
405 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of B8 1JB. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£234,257
Average price in Birmingham (2026-07, UK House Price Index). Up 2.5% year on year.
- Terraced
- £221,903
- Semi-detached
- £275,144
- Detached
- £443,346
- Flat / maisonette
- £144,814
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for B8 1JB specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near B8 1JB on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near B8 1JB on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.