Nafford Grove is in Yardley Wood, Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B14 5HP 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 Nafford Grove, Yardley Wood, Birmingham, B14 5HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B14 5HR, B14 5HN, B14 5HS, B14 5DN, B14 5NJ, B14 5LB, B14 5JA, B14 5DW, B14 5HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B14 5HP has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48% | 47.2% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 52% | 52.8% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
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 5HP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.5% 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 | 40.7% | 50.5% | 9.8% | 37.9% | 12.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.7% | 37.5% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -6.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 1.7% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 5.8% | -4.9% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 4.1% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 49.9% | 45.1% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 33.7% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 16.7% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 2.5% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
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 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.2% | 21.4% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 13.8% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 16.9% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 6.2% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 20% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.1% | 19.3% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 66.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| Indian | 7.5% | 2.5% | -5.0% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.7% | 0.8% | -1.9% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 7% | 5.1% | 2.5% | 4.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.3% | 3.1% | -1.2% | 1.0% | 2.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.8% | 3.4% | -0.4% | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 76.8% | 66.4% | -10.4% | 81.4% | -15.0% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 4.8% | 4.0% | 0.6% | 4.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 84.9% 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 | 91.9% | 84.9% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 1.7% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 3.9% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 7% | 3.0% | 5.6% | 1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 85.2% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.4% | 10.4% | 9.8% | 0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 2% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 0.6% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70% | 76.7% | -6.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Middle East | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 35.6% | 46.2% | -10.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 17.1% | 6.5% | 10.6% |
| Sikh | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nafford Grove was 22.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.1% lower than the Highter's Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nafford Grove has the 4th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Highter's Heath and the 281st lowest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Nafford Grove, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-07-05 | £154,290 |
| 37 Nafford Grove, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2024-06-12 | £229,286 |
| 25 Nafford Grove, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-03-08 | £116,471 |
| 5 Nafford Grove, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2021-08-09 | £120,615 |
| 7 Nafford Grove, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2020-07-10 | £155,119 |
B14 5HP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 1,434 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allens Croft Nursery School Allens Croft Road , Kings Heath B14 6RP | 4out of 4 | 2,409 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Norton Nursery School Westhill Road , Kings Norton B38 8SY | 4out of 4 | 3,448 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Jude's Catholic Primary School St Jude's Close , Maypole B14 5PD | 3out of 4 | 281 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grendon Primary School Grendon Road , Kings Heath B14 4RB | 3out of 4 | 655 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Primary School Broad Lane , Kings Heath B14 5AL | 3out of 4 | 768 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Primary School Pickenham Road , Hollywood B14 4TG | 3out of 4 | 953 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Primary School Bells Lane , Druids Heath B14 5RY | 3out of 4 | 996 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Heath Boys Chamberlain Road , Kings Heath B13 0QP | 3out of 4 | 1,952 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Christ Church, Church of England Secondary Academy 6 Dale View Road , B14 4HN | - not rated | 2,007 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheelers Lane Technology College Wheelers Lane , Kings Heath B13 0SF | 4out of 4 | 2,451 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Woodrush High School Shawhurst Lane , B47 5JW | 3out of 4 | 2,546 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanshurst School Brook Lane , Billesley B13 0TW | 4out of 4 | 2,781 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fircroft College of Adult Education 1018 Bristol Road , Selly Oak B29 6LH | - not rated | 5,152 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 | 3,388 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournville School Hay Green Lane , B30 1SH | 2out of 4 | 5,144 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,270 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dame Ellen Pinsent School Ardencote Road , Kings Heath B13 0RW | 4out of 4 | 2,389 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach School High Street , Kings Heath B14 7BB | 3out of 4 | 3,611 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fox Hollies School and Performing Arts College Highbury Community Campus , Queensbridge Road B13 8QB | 4out of 4 | 3,974 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Oak School Hazel Oak Road , Shirley B90 2AZ | 4out of 4 | 3,989 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaths Cafe | 7 Idmiston Croft, Birmingham | 147 yd | |
| Starbucks | 8 Druids Lane, Birmingham | 360 yd | |
| Masala | 784 Alcester Road South, Billesley | 467 yd | |
| Sisters Cafe | 253 Highters Heath Lane, Birmingham | 706 yd | |
| The Rastaurant Ltd | 15 Pound Road, Birmingham | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| E 57 Club | 699 Alcester Road South, Billesley | 603 yd | |
| Horseshoe Inn | Horseshoe Inn, 611 Alcester Road South | 822 yd | |
| The Pheonix | The Gladiator, Pound Road | 869 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 1013 Alcester Road South, Billesley | 155 yd | |
| Seavers Fish and Chips | 1001 Alcester Road South, Billesley | 191 yd | |
| Arty Goat | 9 Stot Fold Road, Birmingham | 200 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 802 Alcester Road South, Billesley | 320 yd | |
| Subway Maypole | 12 Maypole Lane, Birmingham | 384 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Iceland Foods Plc, 957 Alcester Road South | 155 yd | |
| Sainsburys Maypole | Sainsburys, 1059-1061 Alcester Road South | 457 yd | |
| Lidl | Warstock Road, Kings Heath | 821 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Baverstock Academy (Closed) Bells Lane | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 412 yd |
| Fit For Free (Birmingham) (Closed) Alcester Road South | health and fitness suite | 535 yd |
| Hollywood Primary School (Closed) Pickenham Road | grass pitches | 846 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 | 68.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.