Esme Road is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B11 4NH is located in the Sparkhill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birmingham, Hall Green. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Esme Road, Birmingham, B11 4NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B11 4NE, B11 4NB, B11 4NG, B11 4NU, B11 4NR, B11 4JP, B11 4NP, B11 4NT, B11 4NJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B11 4NH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.4% | 50.4% | 4.0% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 53.6% | 49.6% | -4.0% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 B11 4NH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.7% 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 | 31.4% | 35.8% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 54.7% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 10.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -6.4% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 6.2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 43.7% | 43.9% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 35.8% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 12.5% | -5.1% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 6.8% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 B11 4NH this area, 37.9% 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 16.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44% | 37.9% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 19.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 11.6% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.4% | 15% | 4.6% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 13.4% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 16.6% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -17.2% |
| Other | 7.3% | 1.8% | -5.5% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 1.8% 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 | 2.9% | 1.8% | -1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 9.5% | 2.5% | -7.0% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Pakistani | 60.9% | 78.8% | 17.9% | 2.7% | 76.1% |
| Other Asian | 13.7% | 3% | -10.7% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.7% | 0.5% | -2.2% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 5% | 1.8% | -3.2% | 81.4% | -79.6% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Other | 0.2% | 2.6% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 64.1% 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 | 55.5% | 64.1% | 8.6% | 83.2% | -19.1% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 4.2% | 3.2% | -1.0% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 38% | 31% | -7.0% | 5.6% | 25.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 54.6% | 64.1% | 9.5% | 83.2% | -19.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 29.9% | 28.0% | 9.8% | 20.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 1.4% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.8% | 2.8% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 35.5% | 1.8% | -33.7% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.2% | 76.7% | 13.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 4.6% | 1.2% | 3.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.7% | 13.5% | -9.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 0.7% | 37.2% | -36.5% |
| Christian | 3% | 46.2% | -43.2% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 92.1% | 6.5% | 85.6% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Esme Road was 119.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.4% higher than the Small Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Esme Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Small Heath and the 1119th highest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 78.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% 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 Esme Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £267,500 | 2021-11-17 | £305,065 |
| 25 Esme Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2015-05-14 | £399,064 |
| 11 Esme Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £66,000 | 2014-09-01 | £111,889 |
| 23 Esme Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2012-01-13 | £380,718 |
| 55 Esme Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2008-10-24 | £350,364 |
B11 4NH 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 B11 4NH 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 | 81 |
| Looking after home or family | 71 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 58 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Other | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Transport and storage | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gracelands Nursery School Grace Road , Sparkbrook B11 1ED | 4out of 4 | 1,370 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jakeman Nursery School Jakeman Road , Balsall Heath B12 9NX | 3out of 4 | 1,954 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lillian de Lissa Nursery School Bellevue , B5 7LX | 3out of 4 | 2,751 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Centre Nursery School Bell Barn Road , Lee Bank B15 2AF | 4out of 4 | 3,453 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Adderley Nursery School 1 St. Saviours Road , B8 1HN | 4out of 4 | 4,498 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anderton Park Primary School Dennis Road , Sparkhill B12 8BL | 3out of 4 | 393 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Olive School, Birmingham 215 Reddings Lane , B11 3EY | 4out of 4 | 399 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School Evelyn Road , Sparkhill B11 3JW | 4out of 4 | 475 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Stratford Road , Sparkhill B11 4EA | 4out of 4 | 490 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nelson Mandela School Colville Road , Sparkbrook B12 8EH | 4out of 4 | 651 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Boulton Academy Golden Hillock Road , Sparkhill B11 2QG | 3out of 4 | 921 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Girls' Leadership Academy, Birmingham 256 Hob Moor Road , B10 9HH | - not rated | 1,005 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| Moseley School and Sixth Form Wake Green Road , Moseley B13 9UU | 3out of 4 | 1,429 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yardleys School Reddings Lane , Tyseley B11 3EY | 4out of 4 | 1,914 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Catholic School Oakley Road , Small Heath B10 0AX | 3out of 4 | 1,938 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College Belgrave Road , Highgate B12 9FF | - not rated | 1,719 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South and City College Birmingham 129 Floodgate Street , B5 5SU | - not rated | 3,097 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birmingham Metropolitan College Jennens Road , B4 7PS | - not rated | 4,068 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The National College for Advanced Transport and Infrastructure 2 Lister Street , B7 4AG | - not rated | 4,586 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Victoria Academy Talbot Way , Small Heath B10 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 2,190 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Starbank School Hob Moor Road , B10 9BT | - not rated | 3,465 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley School Yardley Green Road , Bordesley Green B9 5QA | 2out of 4 | 4,126 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Solomon International Business School Lord Street , B7 4AA | 1out of 4 | 5,424 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Oak Academy 11 - 15 Woodstock Road , Moseley B13 9BB | - not rated | 625 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Paul's School 73 Hertford Street , B12 8NJ | - not rated | 994 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jamia Islamia Birmingham Islamic College , Fallows Road B11 1PL | - not rated | 1,146 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Redstone Educational Academy 466 Moseley Road , B12 9AN | - not rated | 1,344 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redstone Academy for Girls 466 Moseley Road , B12 9AN | - not rated | 1,344 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Mustafa | 80 Showell Green Lane, Birmingham | 158 yd | |
| 50 flavaz urban cafe | 78 Showell Green Lane, Birmingham | 194 yd | |
| Chicken.com | 579 Stratford Road, Springfield | 235 yd | |
| Chicken.com | 587 Stratford Road, Springfield | 236 yd | |
| Brecki | 554 Stratford Road, Springfield | 276 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mcdwyers | Flat Above, Mcdwyers, 79 Warwick Road | 660 yd | |
| The Gate | Flat Above, The Crystal Suite, 14 Studley Street | 988 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attock Roti Junction | 76 Showell Green Lane, Birmingham | 158 yd | |
| Big Saj Sparkhill | 56 Showell Green Lane, Birmingham | 158 yd | |
| GO-COOL INDIAN PURE VEGETARIAN FOOD | 38 Showell Green Lane, Birmingham | 159 yd | |
| Variety Bites | 542 Stratford Road, Sparkbrook | 276 yd | |
| Hajee Talib's | 509 Stratford Road, Springfield | 281 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Khyber Mini Market | 488 Stratford Road, Springfield | 341 yd | |
| PAK Kashmir Supermarket Ltd | 190 Stoney Lane, Sparkbrook | 346 yd | |
| Sonali Supermarket Midlands Ltd | 48 Stoney Lane, Sparkbrook | 706 yd | |
| East And West Supermarket (Sparkhill | 723-725 Stratford Road, Springfield | 876 yd | |
| A1 Supermarket | 734-738 Stratford Road, Sparkbrook | 877 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Court Road Health And Fitness (Closed) Court Road | health and fitness suite | 225 yd |
| Sparkhill Swimming Pool And Fitness STRATFORD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 362 yd |
| Sparkhill Pool & Fitness Centre (Closed) Stratford Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 363 yd |
| Miss Fitness (Closed) Stratford Road | health and fitness suite | 627 yd |
| Greet Primary School PERCY ROAD | grass pitches | 820 yd |
| Clifton Primary School BRUNSWICK ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 893 yd |
| Ark Boulton Academy GOLDEN HILLOCK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 946 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 209.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.