Northfield Road is in Kings Norton, Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B30 1EA is located in the Bournville & Cotteridge 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 Northfield Road, Kings Norton, Birmingham, B30 1EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B30 1DU, B30 1DX, B30 1DL, B30 1DN, B30 1DH, B30 1DZ, B30 1EE, B30 1AN, B30 1AG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B30 1EA has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.7% of the population 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 | 57.2% | 56.7% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 5.7% |
| Male | 42.8% | 43.3% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -5.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.7% | 27.8% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.4% | 40.1% | -3.3% | 44.2% | -4.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 8.4% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 21.3% | 21.1% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 15.0% |
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 | 39.5% | 47% | 7.5% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 34.4% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 12.2% | -6.3% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 4.7% | -2.9% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.2% | 25.2% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 8.4% | -1.4% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6.4% | 5.9% | -0.5% | 13.4% | -7.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.5% | 13% | 7.5% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.1% | 44.1% | 5.0% | 33.8% | 10.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.7% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.8% | 90.8% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 89.9% 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 | 95.7% | 89.9% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 7.2% | 4.7% | 5.6% | 1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 90.5% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 1.8% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Middle East | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.3% | 13.5% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Buddhist | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Northfield Road was 103.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.7% higher than the Bournville & Cotteridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Northfield Road has the 35th highest crime rate of 85 local areas in Bournville & Cotteridge and the 1307th highest crime rate of 3,061 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 5 Tennis Court, 185 Northfield Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2026-03-06 | £162,000 |
| 157 Northfield Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2026-03-06 | £475,000 |
| Flat 17 Tennis Court, 185 Northfield Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2026-02-12 | £155,000 |
| Flat 33 Tennis Court, 185 Northfield Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2025-06-12 | £125,476 |
| Flat 12 Tennis Court, 185 Northfield Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2025-05-02 | £141,133 |
B30 1EA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in B30 1EA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 100 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Education | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Norton Nursery School Westhill Road , Kings Norton B38 8SY | 4out of 4 | 737 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allens Croft Nursery School Allens Croft Road , Kings Heath B14 6RP | - not rated | 2,186 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Heath Nursery School 200 West Heath Road , Northfield B31 3HB | 3out of 4 | 2,390 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edith Cadbury Nursery School Somerford Road , Weoley Castle B29 5LB | 3out of 4 | 3,202 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Weoley Castle Nursery School 109 Weoley Castle Road , Weoley Castle B29 5QD | 4out of 4 | 3,241 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis Church of England Aided Primary School and Nursery Teazel Avenue , Bournville B30 1LZ | - not rated | 897 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Church of England Aided Primary School and Nursery Teazel Avenue , Bournville B30 1LZ | - not rated | 897 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Selly Oak Road , Kings Norton B30 1HN | 3out of 4 | 905 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Selly Oak Road , Kings Norton B30 1HN | - not rated | 905 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wychall Primary School Middle Field Road , Northfield B31 3EH | 3out of 4 | 1,151 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys Northfield Road , King's Norton B30 1DY | 3out of 4 | 92 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| King's Norton Boys' School Northfield Road , King's Norton B30 1DY | - not rated | 92 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Kings Norton Girls' School Selly Oak Road , Kings Norton B30 1HW | 4out of 4 | 766 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Kings Norton Girls' School and Language College Selly Oak Road , B30 1HW | - not rated | 766 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School Wychall Lane , Kings Norton B38 8AP | 3out of 4 | 871 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | 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 | 1,838 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fircroft College of Adult Education 1018 Bristol Road , Selly Oak B29 6LH | - not rated | 2,047 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournville College of Further Education 1 Longbridge Lane , Longbridge B31 2AJ | - not rated | 4,062 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 | 1,248 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Kings Academy Shannon Road , Kings Norton B38 9DE | 3out of 4 | 2,363 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Hospital School Bristol Road South , Northfield B31 2AP | - not rated | 1,497 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Teaching Centre The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital , Bristol Road South B31 2AP | - not rated | 1,497 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rathvilly School 119 Bunbury Road , Northfield B31 2NB | - not rated | 1,520 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple House School Maple House , Maple Road B30 2AE | - not rated | 1,936 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Auden School Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | - not rated | 2,076 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manhattans70s | Unit 2, 23 Watford Road | 821 yd | |
| Pit Stop Cafe | 41 Pershore Road South, Birmingham | 822 yd | |
| Cotteridge Church-Catering Services | 24 Pershore Road South, Birmingham | 877 yd | |
| Mondelez Costa Coffee Bean Bar | Bournville Place, Bournville Lane | 890 yd | |
| Mondelez Staff Canteens | Former Franklin House, Bournville Lane | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jenna Parsons | 1842 Pershore Road, Bournville | 958 yd | |
| Cotteridge Social Club | 1842 Pershore Road, Bournville | 958 yd | |
| Kings Norton Ex-Servicemen's Club | 1853A Pershore Road, Bournville | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sophies Pizza Pasta Gourmet Burger | 1-3 Pershore Road South, Birmingham | 805 yd | |
| ORCHID | 27 Watford Road, Birmingham | 821 yd | |
| Majestic House | 39 Watford Road, Birmingham | 821 yd | |
| Sophie'S 2 | 17 Watford Road, Birmingham | 821 yd | |
| The Cod Pot | 29 Watford Road, Birmingham | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 26-28 Watford Road, Birmingham | 883 yd | |
| Co Operative Supermarket | 1876 Pershore Road, Bournville | 966 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kings Norton Boys School NORTHFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 98 yd |
| Rowheath Pavilion ROWHEATH PAVILION ROWHEATH PAVILION HEATH ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 589 yd |
| Triplex Sports Association Eckersall Road | grass pitches | 590 yd |
| Kings Norton Girls School SELLY OAK ROAD | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| St Francis Ce Infants And Junior School TEAZEL AVENUE | grass pitches | 854 yd |
| St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School WYCHALL LANE | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 874 yd |
| Bournville Squash Club (Closed) | squash courts | 891 yd |
| Ironworks Fitness Concept PARKVIEW TRADING ESTATE PARKVIEW TRADING ESTATE PERSHORE ROAD SOUTH | health and fitness suite | 908 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 | 118.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.