Aston ward is located in the northeast of Birmingham, covering an area of around 3 square miles. It is bordered by Nechells, Lozells, and Perry Barr, with the A38(M) motorway running through the western edge. The ward includes residential neighborhoods, industrial estates, and green spaces like Aston Park. Aston Hall, a historic 17th-century mansion, is a notable landmark in the area.
The ward has a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces and postwar developments. Local amenities include schools, community centers, and shops along Lichfield Road. Aston is also home to Aston University and Villa Park, the stadium of Aston Villa Football Club. Public transport links include buses and the nearby Witton railway station. The area has undergone regeneration projects in recent years, focusing on housing and infrastructure improvements.
On average Aston has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 127 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 28.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Aston is £31,361 per year. There are 13 schools in Aston: 8 primary (1 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 2 secondary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good).
B203EN
Coombe Road
B65BD
Clifton Close
B65EP
Bartons Bank
B65NE
Albert Road
B65NY
Lozells East
B66LX
Fentham Road
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Coombe Road
B203AJ
Bayswater Road
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The Broadway
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Davey Road
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London Road
B66NH
Fentham Road
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Witton Lane
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Holte Road