Lordswood Road is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B17 9BL is located in the Harborne electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birmingham, Edgbaston. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lordswood Road, Birmingham, B17 9BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B17 9BU, B17 9BS, B17 9AR, B17 9BX, B17 9SX, B17 9BP, B17 9BN, B17 9BH, B17 9SU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B17 9BL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 52.5% | 52.4% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 47.5% | 47.6% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 B17 9BL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.2% 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 | 36% | 31.1% | -4.9% | 37.9% | -6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.7% | 56.2% | 1.5% | 44.2% | 12.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 6.4% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 3.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 (88.4%) 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 | 61.4% | 56.6% | -4.8% | 48.4% | 8.2% |
| Good health | 31% | 31.8% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 5.3% | 9.1% | 3.8% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 B17 9BL this area, 2.6% 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 75.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.1% | 2.6% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -15.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 2.6% | -8.0% | 9.6% | -7.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.2% | 9.4% | 2.2% | 13.4% | -4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 6.9% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -10.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 65.7% | 75.1% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 41.3% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 71.6% 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% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 6.3% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 3.2% |
| Pakistani | 4.3% | 4.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | 1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 1.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 3.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 81.8% | 71.6% | -10.2% | 81.4% | -9.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 81.1% 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 | 80.5% | 81.1% | 0.6% | 83.2% | -2.1% |
| European Union | 7.3% | 3.5% | -3.8% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 4.3% | 3.5% | -0.8% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.6% | 8.7% | 4.1% | 5.6% | 3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.2% | 81.4% | 1.2% | 83.2% | -1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 13.7% | 11.1% | 9.8% | 3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.2% | 1.4% | -11.8% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 2.1% | 13.5% | -11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.8% | 37.2% | -5.4% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 3.8% | 1.7% | 2.1% |
| Muslim | 8.7% | 6.5% | 2.2% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lordswood Road was 33.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.9% lower than the Harborne average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Lordswood Road has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Harborne and the 492nd lowest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.7%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 151 Lordswood Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2024-04-19 | £434,600 |
| 141 Lordswood Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £5,700 | 2016-01-18 | £9,068 |
| 143 Lordswood Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2012-06-29 | £394,534 |
| 137 Lordswood Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2011-07-14 | £1,151,171 |
| 147 Lordswood Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2009-09-25 | £375,008 |
B17 9BL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
B17 9BL 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 48 |
| Education | 35 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weoley Castle Nursery School 109 Weoley Castle Road , Weoley Castle B29 5QD | 4out of 4 | 3,060 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selly Oak Nursery School 26 Tiverton Road , B29 6BP | 4out of 4 | 3,236 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edith Cadbury Nursery School Somerford Road , Weoley Castle B29 5LB | 3out of 4 | 3,244 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenley Fields Nursery School Woodcock Lane , Northfield B31 1BU | 4out of 4 | 4,138 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 | 4,397 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School Winchfield Drive , Harborne B17 8TR | 4out of 4 | 920 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harborne Primary School Station Road , Harborne B17 9LU | 4out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peters CofE Primary School Old Church Road , Harborne B17 0BE | 3out of 4 | 1,156 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Vivian Road , Harborne B17 0DN | 4out of 4 | 1,161 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base Welsh House Farm Road , Quinton B32 2NG | 3out of 4 | 1,389 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lordswood Girls' School and Sixth Form Centre Knightlow Road , Harborne B17 8QB | 4out of 4 | 784 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Lordswood Boys' School Hagley Road , Harborne B17 8BJ | 1out of 4 | 1,103 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| George Dixon Academy Portland Road , Edgbaston B16 9GD | 3out of 4 | 1,749 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harborne Academy Harborne Road , Edgbaston B15 3JL | 3out of 4 | 1,997 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's School for Girls Vernon Road , Edgbaston B16 9SL | 4out of 4 | 2,367 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOA Stage and Screen Production Academy 49 Stour Street , B18 7AJ | - not rated | 3,870 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | More About School | |
| Fircroft College of Adult Education 1018 Bristol Road , Selly Oak B29 6LH | - not rated | 3,904 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bournville School Hay Green Lane , B30 1SH | 2out of 4 | 4,791 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Alexandra College 49 Court Oak Road , Harborne B17 9TG | - not rated | 331 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Baskerville School Fellows Lane , Harborne B17 9TS | 3out of 4 | 621 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbourne Hospital School Priory Woodbourne Hospital , 21 Woodbourne Road B17 8BY | - not rated | 1,342 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norfolk House School 4 Norfolk Road , Edgbaston B15 3PS | - not rated | 1,846 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blue Coat School Birmingham Somerset Road , Edgbaston B17 0HR | - not rated | 1,868 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| QaCafe | Queen Alexandra College, 49 Court Oak Road | 312 yd | |
| Umami Indian Kitchen | 25 Lordswood Road, Harborne | 655 yd | |
| Tropea | 27 Lordswood Road, Harborne | 655 yd | |
| Fredericks Cafe & Gelateria (Queen's Park Cafe) | North Lodge, Queens Park | 698 yd | |
| Cardomon | 350 High Street, Harborne | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old House At Home | Old House At Home, 193 Lordswood Road | 423 yd | |
| Harborne Village Social Club | 3 Serpentine Road, Harborne | 646 yd | |
| O'Neills Harborne | 310 High Street, Harborne | 798 yd | |
| Baptist Church | Harborne Park Road, Birmingham | 910 yd | |
| The Junction | 212 High Street, Harborne | 944 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gabriels | 10-12 Albert Walk, Birmingham | 782 yd | |
| Saras Kebab House | 314 High Street, Harborne | 798 yd | |
| Harborne Fish Bar | 2 Northfield Road, Harborne | 836 yd | |
| Lee Take Away | 9 Harborne Park Road, Birmingham | 847 yd | |
| Fresh Bites | 291 High Street, Harborne | 862 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Local | 157 Court Oak Road, Harborne | 559 yd | |
| Co Op Convenience Harborne Filling S | 261-263 High Street, Harborne | 1,033 yd | |
| Asda Harborne - High Street PFS | 261-263 High Street, Harborne | 1,033 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Qac Fitness Centre QAC Fitness Centre QAC Fitness Centre WOOD LANE | health and fitness suite | 207 yd |
| The Circle Tennis Club The Circle | tennis courts | 511 yd |
| Harborne Pool And Fitness Centre LORDSWOOD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 614 yd |
| Harborne Pool (Closed) Lordswood Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 614 yd |
| Lordswood Girls School KNIGHTLOW ROAD | 844 yd | |
| Harborne Golf Club TENNAL ROAD | golf | 923 yd |
| Harborne Cricket Club Old Church Avenue | grass pitches | 1,000 yd |
| Our Lady Of Fatima Catholic Primary School WINCHFIELD DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,032 yd |
| Harborne Church Farm Golf Course VICARAGE ROAD | golf | 1,033 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 | 136.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.