Flackwell Road is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B23 5ES is located in the Perry Common electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birmingham, Erdington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Flackwell Road, Birmingham, B23 5ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B23 5NY, B23 5ER, B23 5PA, B23 5NX, B23 5EZ, B23 5HA, B23 5HD, B23 5ET, B23 5NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B23 5ES, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 49.7% | 52.3% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 50.3% | 47.7% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 B23 5ES, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.5% 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 | 36% | 44.5% | 8.5% | 37.9% | 6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.1% | 36.4% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -7.8% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 3.6% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 13% | 10.9% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 4.5% | -3.9% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 41.2% | 46.4% | 5.2% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 30.7% | -4.7% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 15.8% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 5.3% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 1.9% | -1.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.2% | 20% | -12.2% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 13.5% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 14.7% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 7.8% | 6.1% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 15.1% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 27.3% | 12.2% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.6% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.8% 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 | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 2% | 2.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Pakistani | 6.5% | 8% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 5.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 7.8% | 5.9% | -1.9% | 1.0% | 4.9% |
| Other Black | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 75.9% | 68.8% | -7.1% | 81.4% | -12.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 75.5% 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 | 89.1% | 75.5% | -13.6% | 83.2% | -7.7% |
| European Union | 1% | 10.6% | 9.6% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 5.9% | 2.5% | 5.6% | 0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.1% | 2.8% | -2.3% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.4% | 75% | -9.4% | 83.2% | -8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 14.8% | 14.5% | 9.8% | 5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 5.9% | 5.6% | 2.9% | 3.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 2.5% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.2% | 1.9% | -10.3% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67% | 76.7% | -9.7% |
| Ireland | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 4.7% | 0.9% | 3.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 14.6% | 13.5% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 12% | 6.5% | 5.5% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Flackwell Road was 78.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.0% lower than the Erdington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Flackwell Road has the 67th lowest crime rate of 164 local areas in Erdington and the 1394th lowest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Flackwell Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2016-09-30 | £141,837 |
| 11 Flackwell Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2014-05-30 | £184,252 |
| 12 Flackwell Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £119,950 | 2013-01-15 | £225,906 |
| 12 Flackwell Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2012-06-25 | £151,791 |
| 14 Flackwell Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2010-10-07 | £107,014 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osborne Nursery School Station Road , Erdington B23 6UB | 3out of 4 | 1,584 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Featherstone Nursery School 29 Highcroft Road , Erdington B23 6AU | 3out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsh Hill Nursery School 275 Marsh Hill , Erdington B23 7HG | 4out of 4 | 1,834 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goodway Nursery School 5 Goodway Road , Great Barr B44 8RL | 3out of 4 | 2,523 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Perry Beeches Nursery School 256 Beeches Road , Great Barr B42 2PX | 3out of 4 | 4,008 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Court Farm Primary School Tedbury Crescent , Erdington B23 5NS | 3out of 4 | 271 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Short Heath Streetly Road , Erdington B23 5JP | 3out of 4 | 391 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Mary RC Junior and Infant School Perry Common Road , B23 7AB | 3out of 4 | 782 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Story Wood School Hastings Road , Perry Common B23 5AJ | 4out of 4 | 1,172 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Featherstone Primary School Glenville Drive , B23 6PR | 3out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockland Green School Slade Road , Erdington B23 7JH | 3out of 4 | 1,606 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Birmingham Academy 395 College Road , B44 0HF | 3out of 4 | 1,820 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund Campion Catholic School Sutton Road , Erdington B23 5XA | - not rated | 1,829 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Erdington Academy Kingsbury Road , Erdington B24 8RE | 2out of 4 | 2,803 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls Jockey Road , B73 5PT | 4out of 4 | 2,887 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Solomon International Business School Lord Street , B7 4AA | 1out of 4 | 5,421 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oscott Academy St Martins's Church Centre , 140 Witton Lodge Road B23 5AP | - not rated | 986 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilson Stuart School Perry Common Road , Erdington B23 7AT | 4out of 4 | 1,124 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilson Stuart University College Birmingham Partnership Trust Perry Common Road , B23 7AT | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Imedia School 85 Summer Road , Erdington B23 6UT | - not rated | 1,498 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highclare School 10 Sutton Road , Erdington B23 6QL | - not rated | 1,577 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chilli Spice | 200 Streetly Road, Stockland Green | 713 yd | |
| Short Heath Cafe | 178 Streetly Road, Stockland Green | 724 yd | |
| Roselea Day Centre | St Margarets Church Centre, Jarvis Road | 761 yd | |
| Edwards Restaurant | 28 Goosemoor Lane, Birmingham | 909 yd | |
| Pane & Vino | 170 Gravelly Lane, Erdington | 929 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Leopard | Jerrys Lane, Birmingham | 139 yd | |
| Erdington Court Sports Club | Bowling Green Close, Birmingham | 535 yd | |
| Oscott Social Club | 239 Witton Lodge Road, Birmingham | 571 yd | |
| Greyhound Inn | Court Lane, Erdington | 728 yd | |
| ROSEY MACS PHS LTD | The Rose And Crown, 294 Gravelly Lane | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Khan'z Kebab House | 81 Flackwell Road, Birmingham | 250 yd | |
| Happy Tummies - Unit A | 192 Streetly Road, Stockland Green | 709 yd | |
| Pizzaria | 192 Streetly Road, Stockland Green | 709 yd | |
| Old Town | 186 Streetly Road, Stockland Green | 711 yd | |
| China chef chinese take away | 135 Short Heath Road, Birmingham | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evans for Everyone | 177 Goosemoor Lane, Birmingham | 634 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Erdington Court Sports Club BOWLING GREEN CLOSE | grass pitches, indoor bowls | 628 yd |
| Boldmere St Michaels Football & Athletic Club Ltd CHURCH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,038 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 | 167.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.