Navigation Drive is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B30 3NT is located in the Druids Heath & Monyhull electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birmingham, Selly Oak. This postcode has been in use since 2005-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Navigation Drive, Birmingham, B30 3NT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B30 3NB, B30 3NE, B30 3NX, B30 3NW, B30 3NZ, B30 3ND, B14 5AB, B30 3PS, B30 3NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B30 3NT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 47.7% | 53.8% | 6.1% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 52.3% | 46.2% | -6.1% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 B30 3NT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50% 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 | 48.5% | 50% | 1.5% | 37.9% | 12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 37.8% | 1.0% | 44.2% | -6.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 6.4% | 2.7% | -3.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 8.5% | 3.1% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 0.5% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.2%) 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 | 59.8% | 51.3% | -8.5% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 34.9% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 6.8% | 9.5% | 2.7% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 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.
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 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.8% | 10.8% | 2.0% | 18.2% | -7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 4.3% | -8.9% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 14.1% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 7.6% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 14.1% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.6% | 48.6% | 4.0% | 33.8% | 14.8% |
| Other | 2.9% | 0.5% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 60% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 6.8% | 8.5% | 1.7% | 3.1% | 5.4% |
| Pakistani | 12% | 17% | 5.0% | 2.7% | 14.3% |
| Other Asian | 3.8% | 1.7% | -2.1% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 7.1% | 4.3% | -2.8% | 0.9% | 3.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 63.5% | 60% | -3.5% | 81.4% | -21.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 83.3% 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 | 87.6% | 83.3% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 0.1% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 4.5% | 2.6% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6% | 9.9% | 3.9% | 5.6% | 4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.8% | 83.3% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 0.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 14.6% | 13.8% | 9.8% | 4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.3% | 0.4% | -7.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 33% | 46.2% | -13.2% |
| Hindu | 5.6% | 1.7% | 3.9% |
| Muslim | 19.7% | 6.5% | 13.2% |
| Sikh | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Navigation Drive was 54.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.7% lower than the Brandwood & King's Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Navigation Drive has the 24th lowest crime rate of 73 local areas in Brandwood & King's Heath and the 959th lowest crime rate of 3,061 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment 5 19 Navigation Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2023-10-31 | £148,517 |
| Apartment 4 19 Navigation Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £36,750 | 2023-08-15 | £36,183 |
| Apartment 4 5 Navigation Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-06-01 | £144,097 |
| Apartment 5 5 Navigation Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2023-01-20 | £151,206 |
| Apartment 6 5 Navigation Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-12-15 | £140,556 |
B30 3NT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 B30 3NT 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 | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Retired | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allens Croft Nursery School Allens Croft Road , Kings Heath B14 6RP | - not rated | 1,629 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highters Heath Nursery School 11 School Road , Warstock B14 4BH | 3out of 4 | 2,007 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Norton Nursery School Westhill Road , Kings Norton B38 8SY | 4out of 4 | 2,723 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selly Oak Nursery School 26 Tiverton Road , B29 6BP | - not rated | 4,774 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selly Oak Nursery School 26 Tiverton Road , B29 6BP | 4out of 4 | 4,781 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadmeadow Infant School Monyhull Hall Road , Kings Norton B30 3QJ | 1out of 4 | 721 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Primary School Broad Lane , Kings Heath B14 5AL | 3out of 4 | 803 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Primary School Bells Lane , Druids Heath B14 5RY | - not rated | 816 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Primary School Bells Lane , Druids Heath B14 5RY | 3out of 4 | 816 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bells Farm Primary School Bells Farm Close , Druids Heath B14 5QP | 3out of 4 | 879 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baverstock Foundation School and Specialist Sports College 501 Bells Lane , Druids Heath B14 5TL | - not rated | 903 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Baverstock Academy 501 Bells Lane , Druids Heath B14 5TL | - not rated | 903 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Heath Secondary School Chamberlain Road , Kings Heath B13 0QP | 3out of 4 | 1,961 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheelers Lane Technology College Wheelers Lane , Kings Heath B13 0SF | - not rated | 2,195 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls Vicarage Road , Kings Heath B14 7QJ | 4out of 4 | 2,396 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 2,598 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fircroft College of Adult Education 1018 Bristol Road , Selly Oak B29 6LH | - not rated | 4,358 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 | 2,954 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournville School Hay Green Lane , B30 1SH | 2out of 4 | 4,353 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 | - not rated | 562 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Focus College Lindworth School , Monyhull Hall Road B30 3QA | - not rated | 562 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dame Ellen Pinsent School Ardencote Road , Kings Heath B13 0RW | 4out of 4 | 2,250 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach School High Street , Kings Heath B14 7BB | 3out of 4 | 3,229 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fox Hollies School Highbury Community Campus , Queensbridge Road B13 8QB | 3out of 4 | 3,582 yd | Foundation 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broad Lane Café | 301 Broad Lane, Birmingham | 397 yd | |
| Marjayz | 141 Monyhull Hall Road, Birmingham | 735 yd | |
| The Rastaurant Ltd | 15 Pound Road, Birmingham | 753 yd | |
| Kaths Cafe | 7 Idmiston Croft, Birmingham | 814 yd | |
| Masala | 784 Alcester Road South, Billesley | 896 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pheonix | The Gladiator, Pound Road | 727 yd | |
| Horseshoe Inn | Horseshoe Inn, 611 Alcester Road South | 1,012 yd | |
| E 57 Club | 699 Alcester Road South, Billesley | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broad Lane Chippy | 303 Broad Lane, Birmingham | 397 yd | |
| Dixy/Fatburger/Smokin Buns/Saucy Chi | 7 Pound Road, Birmingham | 764 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 802 Alcester Road South, Billesley | 844 yd | |
| Marius | 798 Alcester Road South, Billesley | 896 yd | |
| Millenium | Millenium Balti, 796 Alcester Road South | 896 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop Stores Limited | 305 Broad Lane, Birmingham | 397 yd | |
| Iceland | Iceland Foods Plc, 957 Alcester Road South | 1,019 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lindsworth School (South) LINDSWORTH SCHOOL LINDSWORTH SCHOOL MONYHULL HALL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 629 yd |
| The Baverstock Academy (Closed) Bells Lane | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 901 yd |
| Cocks Moors Woods Leisure Centre ALCESTER ROAD SOUTH | golf, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,011 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 | 97.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 46.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 46.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 46.2% |
| 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 | 2.6% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 2.6% |
| Median download speed | 40.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.