Sheepcote Street is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B16 8AE is located in the Ladywood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birmingham, Ladywood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sheepcote Street, Birmingham, B16 8AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B16 8ET, B16 8AB, B16 8AH, B16 8AT, B16 8FX, B16 8EB, B16 8EY, B16 8AF, B16 8GY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B16 8AE is primarily male, with 54.3% of the population 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 | 43.2% | 45.7% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -5.3% |
| Male | 56.8% | 54.3% | -2.5% | 49.0% | 5.3% |
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 B16 8AE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 60.2% 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 | 58.1% | 60.2% | 2.1% | 37.9% | 22.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.6% | 25.8% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -18.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 10% | 8% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 66.7% | 59% | -7.7% | 48.4% | 10.6% |
| Good health | 23.2% | 32.7% | 9.5% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 6.5% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -6.2% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 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 B16 8AE this area, 4.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 74%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.7% | 4.9% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.7% | 1.5% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -8.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6.6% | 4.9% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -8.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 11.7% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 67.8% | 74% | 6.2% | 33.8% | 40.2% |
| Other | 6.6% | 1.9% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65% 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 | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 7.9% | 3.6% | -4.3% | 0.7% | 2.9% |
| Indian | 11.4% | 7.2% | -4.2% | 3.1% | 4.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 3.6% | 2.0% | 2.5% | 1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.5% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 2.6% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.5% | 1.1% | -1.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 64.8% | 65% | 0.2% | 81.4% | -16.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Arab | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 54.3% 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 | 71.1% | 54.3% | -16.8% | 83.2% | -28.9% |
| European Union | 7.3% | 21.9% | 14.6% | 6.1% | 15.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 4.4% | 5% | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 14.3% | 12.6% | -1.7% | 5.6% | 7.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.9% | 4.3% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 69.2% | 54.3% | -14.9% | 83.2% | -28.9% |
| 10+ Years | 6.7% | 12.2% | 5.5% | 9.8% | 2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 10.2% | 10.4% | 0.2% | 2.9% | 7.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.8% | 12.6% | 7.8% | 2.2% | 10.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.2% | 10.4% | 1.2% | 1.9% | 8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.4% | 76.7% | -16.3% |
| France | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Germany | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Italy | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Portugal | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Spain | 2.5% | 0.4% | 2.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 10.6% | 1.5% | 9.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| Southern Asia | 4.2% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central Asia | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 1.4% | 13.5% | -12.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Hindu | 4.3% | 1.7% | 2.6% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sheepcote Street was 472.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.9% higher than the Ladywood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sheepcote Street has the 18th highest crime rate of 118 local areas in Ladywood and the 94th highest crime rate of 3,061 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 167.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 28 Brindley Point, 20 Sheepcote Street, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2026-03-06 | £110,000 |
| Flat 8 Brindley Point, 20 Sheepcote Street, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2025-10-15 | £186,525 |
| Flat 22 Brindley Point, 20 Sheepcote Street, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2025-07-29 | £200,000 |
| Flat 49 Brindley Point, 20 Sheepcote Street, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-07-22 | £180,000 |
| Flat 10 Brindley Point, 20 Sheepcote Street, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-02-28 | £181,467 |
B16 8AE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 B16 8AE 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 | 146 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Retired | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 45 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Education | 26 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Other | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas Centre Nursery School Bell Barn Road , Lee Bank B15 2AF | 3out of 4 | 1,435 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brearley Nursery School Brearley Street , Newtown B19 3XJ | 4out of 4 | 1,987 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lillian De Lissa Nursery School Bellevue , B5 7LX | 4out of 4 | 2,127 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newtown Nursery School Hockley Close , Newtown B19 2NS | 4out of 4 | 2,538 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jakeman Nursery School Jakeman Road , Balsall Heath B12 9NX | 4out of 4 | 3,149 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Primary School King Edward's Road , Ladywood B1 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 264 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Ladywood Church of England Primary School St Vincent Street West , Ladywood B16 8RN | - not rated | 418 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's & St Peter's CofE Primary St Vincent Street West , Ladywood B16 8RN | 3out of 4 | 418 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School Oliver Road , Ladywood B16 9ER | 1out of 4 | 842 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School Oliver Road , Ladywood B16 9ER | - not rated | 842 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jewellery Quarter Academy St George's Court , 1 Albion Street B1 3AA | - not rated | 660 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood School Freeth Street , Ladywood B16 0QT | - not rated | 788 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Academy Newhall Street , Ladywood B3 1SJ | - not rated | 943 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City Academy 23 Langley Walk , B15 2EF | 2out of 4 | 1,142 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City Academy Birmingham 23 Langley Walk , Ladywood B15 2EF | - not rated | 1,142 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOA Stage and Screen Production Academy 46-48 Stour Street , B18 7AJ | - not rated | 781 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | More About School | |
| Birmingham College of Food Tourism and Creative Studies Summer Row , B3 1JB | - not rated | 917 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip's RC Sixth Form College Hagley Road , B16 8UF | - not rated | 1,245 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Matthew Boulton College of Further and Higher Education Jennens Road , B4 7PS | - not rated | 2,138 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birmingham Metropolitan College Jennens Road , B4 7PS | - not rated | 2,150 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star King Solomon Academy Lord Street , B7 4AA | - not rated | 2,864 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Solomon International Business School Lord Street , B7 4AA | - not rated | 3,053 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Hijrah School Burbidge Road , Bordesley Green B9 4US | - not rated | 4,755 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Childrens' Hospital School Ladywood Middleway , B16 8ET | - not rated | 20 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City United Academy (CUA) 10 Edward Street , Birmingham B1 2RX | - not rated | 363 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University College Birmingham Summer Row , B3 1JB | - not rated | 917 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Birmingham Education Centre George Street West , Hockley B18 7HF | - not rated | 937 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgbaston College 37 George Road , B15 1PL | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Theatre | Sheepcote Street, Birmingham | 23 yd | |
| The Distillery | The Fiddle And Bone, 4 Sheepcote Street | 23 yd | |
| Jonathans in the Roundhouse Ltd | The Roundhouse, 1 Sheepcote Street | 58 yd | |
| Ju Jus | Ju Jus Cafe, Watermarque, 100 Browning Street | 137 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | National Indoor Arena, King Edwards Road | 214 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jukeboxers Duelling Piano Bar | National Indoor Arena, King Edwards Road | 214 yd | |
| The Bannatyne Spa | Bannatynes Health Club, 3 Brunswick Street | 256 yd | |
| The Prince of Wales | The Prince Of Wales, 84-85 Cambridge Street | 323 yd | |
| The Park Playground Birmingham | 3 Brindley Place, Birmingham | 341 yd | |
| The Flapper | The Flapper And Firkin, Kingston Row | 394 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baguette du Monde | 1A-1B Brunswick Arcade, Brunswick Street | 257 yd | |
| 6ix Subs | The Flapper And Firkin, Kingston Row | 394 yd | |
| FoodFiction | 63 Grosvenor Street West, Birmingham | 448 yd | |
| Granny's Original Takeaway | 220 St Vincent Street West, Birmingham | 485 yd | |
| Dixy Chicken | 230 Broad Street, Birmingham | 549 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | 10 Brindley Place, Birmingham | 321 yd | |
| Spar | Brunswick Arcade, 1a Brindley Place | 321 yd | |
| Tesco Springhill Store | Camden Street, Birmingham | 815 yd | |
| Fresh Halal (within Tesco) | 1 Spring Hill, Soho | 815 yd | |
| Co Operative Food Group | 7 Newhall Square, Birmingham | 901 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Vibro Suite Health & Wellness Club WATERMARQUE WATERMARQUE BROWNING STREET | health and fitness suite | 142 yd |
| National Indoor Arena Birmingham Community Hall (Closed) King Edwards Road | health and fitness suite | 214 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Brindley Place) BRUNSWICK STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 243 yd |
| The Gym (Birmingham Broad Street) Broad Street | health and fitness suite | 614 yd |
| Hyatt Regency Birmingham BRIDGE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 625 yd |
| Pure Gym (Birmingham City Centre) BROAD STREET | health and fitness suite | 629 yd |
| Ladywood Leisure Centre Ladywood Middleway | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 724 yd |
| Ladywood Arts & Leisure Centre (Closed) Monument Road | grass pitches | 741 yd |
| Ladywood Skills Campus (Closed) Stour Street | health and fitness suite | 801 yd |
| The Copthorne Hotel PARADISE PLACE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 828 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 | 98.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 195.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 166.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.