Denholme Grove is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B14 5BP is located in the Highter's Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birmingham, Selly Oak. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Denholme Grove, Birmingham, B14 5BP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B14 5BN, B14 4QZ, B14 5BX, B14 5DA, B14 4ND, B14 4RG, B14 4RH, B14 5BY, B14 5DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B14 5BP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 53% | 53.3% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 47% | 46.7% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around B14 5BP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 47.2% | 49.7% | 2.5% | 37.9% | 11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.4% | 32.4% | -1.0% | 44.2% | -11.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 4% | 1.7% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 6.6% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 7.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 42.2% | 44.1% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 30.3% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 17.3% | -2.9% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 6.3% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 B14 5BP this area, 30.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.8% | 30.1% | -12.7% | 18.2% | 11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 8.9% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 13.4% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 6.2% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 14% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 26% | 13.3% | 33.8% | -7.8% |
| Other | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70% 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 | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.8% | 5.5% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.3% | 8.9% | 6.6% | 1.0% | 7.9% |
| Other Black | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 82.8% | 70% | -12.8% | 81.4% | -11.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 84.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 84.2% | -8.2% | 83.2% | 1.0% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 3.2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 4.3% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 4.3% | 3.5% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 84.4% | -7.3% | 83.2% | 1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11% | 11.0% | 9.8% | 1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.8% | 1.7% | -2.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 1.2% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.1% | 76.7% | -9.6% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.9% |
| No passport held | 22.8% | 13.5% | 9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 7.5% | 6.5% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Denholme Grove was 60.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.1% lower than the Billesley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Denholme Grove has the 53rd lowest crime rate of 129 local areas in Billesley and the 1073rd lowest crime rate of 3,061 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Denholme Grove, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2018-11-09 | £219,597 |
| 20 Denholme Grove, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2016-09-01 | £233,888 |
| 26 Denholme Grove, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,500 | 2015-07-02 | £265,744 |
| 22 Denholme Grove, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2012-11-28 | £224,028 |
| 23 Denholme Grove, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2012-06-22 | £224,880 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Other | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highters Heath Nursery School 11 School Road , Warstock B14 4BH | 3out of 4 | 773 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allens Croft Nursery School Allens Croft Road , Kings Heath B14 6RP | - not rated | 2,787 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Norton Nursery School Westhill Road , Kings Norton B38 8SY | 4out of 4 | 4,041 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grendon Primary School Grendon Road , Kings Heath B14 4RB | 3out of 4 | 244 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highters Heath Community School Highters Heath Lane , Kings Heath B14 4LY | - not rated | 691 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highters Heath Community School Highters Heath Lane , Kings Heath B14 4LY | 1out of 4 | 720 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Primary School Broad Lane , Kings Heath B14 5AL | 3out of 4 | 800 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Jude's Catholic Primary School St Jude's Close , Maypole B14 5PD | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baverstock Foundation School and Specialist Sports College 501 Bells Lane , Druids Heath B14 5TL | - not rated | 986 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Baverstock Academy 501 Bells Lane , Druids Heath B14 5TL | - not rated | 986 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church, Church of England Secondary Academy 6 Dale View Road , B14 4HN | 2out of 4 | 1,344 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Heath Secondary School Chamberlain Road , Kings Heath B13 0QP | 3out of 4 | 1,612 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheelers Lane Technology College Wheelers Lane , Kings Heath B13 0SF | - not rated | 2,274 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadbury Sixth Form College Downland Close , Redditch Road B38 8QT | - not rated | 3,799 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Kings Academy Shannon Road , Kings Norton B38 9DE | 3out of 4 | 4,051 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindsworth School Monyhull Hall Road , Kings Norton B30 3QA | - not rated | 1,860 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Focus College Lindworth School , Monyhull Hall Road B30 3QA | - not rated | 1,860 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dame Ellen Pinsent School Ardencote Road , Kings Heath B13 0RW | 4out of 4 | 2,121 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Oak School Hazel Oak Road , Shirley B90 2AZ | 4out of 4 | 3,403 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach School High Street , Kings Heath B14 7BB | 3out of 4 | 3,479 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masala | 784 Alcester Road South, Billesley | 451 yd | |
| Lyons Boatyard | Limekiln Lane, Birmingham | 510 yd | |
| Sisters Cafe | 253 Highters Heath Lane, Birmingham | 546 yd | |
| Kaths Cafe | 7 Idmiston Croft, Birmingham | 729 yd | |
| Starbucks | 8 Druids Lane, Birmingham | 817 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| E 57 Club | 699 Alcester Road South, Billesley | 388 yd | |
| Horseshoe Inn | Horseshoe Inn, 611 Alcester Road South | 643 yd | |
| Yardley Wood Social Club | 118 School Road, Billesley | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marius | 798 Alcester Road South, Billesley | 451 yd | |
| Millenium | Millenium Balti, 796 Alcester Road South | 451 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 802 Alcester Road South, Billesley | 479 yd | |
| Golden City | 251 Highters Heath Lane, Birmingham | 546 yd | |
| Flakes | 255 Highters Heath Lane, Birmingham | 546 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Warstock Road, Kings Heath | 483 yd | |
| Iceland | Iceland Foods Plc, 957 Alcester Road South | 652 yd | |
| Sainsburys Maypole | Sainsburys, 1059-1061 Alcester Road South | 804 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 1034-1036 Yardley Wood Road, Billesley | 961 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Highters Heath Primary School Highters Heath Lane | grass pitches | 695 yd |
| Fit For Free (Birmingham) (Closed) Alcester Road South | health and fitness suite | 827 yd |
| Hollywood Primary School (Closed) Pickenham Road | grass pitches | 873 yd |
| The Baverstock Academy (Closed) Bells Lane | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 986 yd |
| Cocks Moors Woods Leisure Centre ALCESTER ROAD SOUTH | golf, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,031 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 | 157.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.