Cornfield Road is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B31 2EB is located in the Northfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birmingham, Northfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cornfield Road, Birmingham, B31 2EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B31 2BX, B31 2BJ, B31 2EA, B31 2BT, B31 2BU, B31 2BL, B31 2DX, B31 2BH, B31 2AY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B31 2EB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% 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 | 55% | 54.7% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 45% | 45.3% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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 | 31.1% | 27.9% | -3.2% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.6% | 49.5% | 4.9% | 44.2% | 5.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 13.1% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 7.2% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 47.8% | 44.9% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 41.3% | 10.4% | 33.6% | 7.7% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 9.4% | -5.1% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 24.3% | 12.6% | -11.7% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 7.6% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 17.5% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 4% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 19.7% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.9% | 36.3% | 3.4% | 33.8% | 2.5% |
| Other | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.8% | 92.9% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94% | 94.9% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 94.9% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 3.5% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 53.5% | 46.2% | 7.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cornfield Road was 28.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.8% lower than the Bournville & Cotteridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cornfield Road has the 16th lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Bournville & Cotteridge and the 391st lowest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Cornfield Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2022-05-13 | £66,921 |
| 14 Cornfield Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2018-03-16 | £383,402 |
| 19 Cornfield Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2017-11-17 | £443,024 |
| 21 Cornfield Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £106,500 | 1999-12-14 | £460,738 |
| 18 Cornfield Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £107,500 | 1999-07-15 | £483,750 |
B31 2EB 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 retired residents living in B31 2EB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,950 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Heath Nursery School 200 West Heath Road , Northfield B31 3HB | 3out of 4 | 2,018 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenley Fields Nursery School Woodcock Lane , Northfield B31 1BU | 4out of 4 | 2,407 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edith Cadbury Nursery School Somerford Road , Weoley Castle B29 5LB | 3out of 4 | 2,426 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 | 2,547 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Laurence Church Junior School Bunbury Road , Northfield B31 2DJ | 3out of 4 | 387 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Laurence Church Infant School Bunbury Road , Northfield B31 2DJ | 3out of 4 | 387 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bellfield Infant School (NC) Vineyard Road , B31 1PT | 3out of 4 | 986 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bellfield Junior School Vineyard Road , Northfield B31 1PT | 3out of 4 | 986 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wychall Primary School Middle Field Road , Northfield B31 3EH | 2out of 4 | 1,308 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School Wychall Lane , Kings Norton B38 8AP | 3out of 4 | 1,300 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Norton Boys' School Northfield Road , King's Norton B30 1DY | 3out of 4 | 1,355 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School Woodbrooke Road , Bournville B30 1UL | 3out of 4 | 1,778 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Norton Girls' School Selly Oak Road , Kings Norton B30 1HW | 4out of 4 | 1,903 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Shenley Academy Shenley Lane , B29 4HE | 1out of 4 | 1,961 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fircroft College of Adult Education 1018 Bristol Road , Selly Oak B29 6LH | - not rated | 2,198 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 | 947 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Kings Academy Shannon Road , Kings Norton B38 9DE | 3out of 4 | 3,156 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria School Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | 4out of 4 | 850 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria College Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | - not rated | 850 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longwill A Primary School for Deaf Children Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | 3out of 4 | 864 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Edge Academy 946, Bristol Road South , Northfield B31 2LQ | 1out of 4 | 1,216 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selly Oak Trust School Oak Tree Lane , Selly Oak B29 6HZ | 3out of 4 | 2,667 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Voluntary Service Shop/Cafe | Royal Orthopaedic Hospital N H S Trust, Bristol Road South | 518 yd | |
| Medleys | The Dukes, Bristol Road South | 575 yd | |
| Treasure Island Play | Units 1 - 2, 620 Bristol Road South | 575 yd | |
| PW Catering | Northfield Masonic Hall, 643 Bristol Road South | 636 yd | |
| Bistro B31 | 100 Chatham Road, Birmingham | 776 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northfield Masonic Hall | Northfield Masonic Hall, 643 Bristol Road South | 636 yd | |
| The Great Stone | Great Stone Inn, 158 Church Road | 692 yd | |
| Shenley Lane Community Association | 472 Shenley Lane, Weoley | 1,011 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wok Inn | 626 Bristol Road South, Weoley | 575 yd | |
| Easy Bite | 46 Grosvenor Shopping Centre, Bristol Road South | 711 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 699-701 Bristol Road South, Weoley | 799 yd | |
| Taks Fish And Chips | 805 Bristol Road South, Weoley | 1,045 yd | |
| American Slice | 828 Bristol Road South, Weoley | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 15 Grosvenor Shopping Centre, Bristol Road South | 711 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi, 860 Bristol Road South | 1,092 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Laurence Ce Junior School BUNBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 422 yd |
| Victoria Common (Closed) Bristol Road | grass pitches | 552 yd |
| Ymca (Birmingham) YMCA YMCA BUNBURY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 663 yd |
| Bournville School Hay Green Lane | grass pitches | 923 yd |
| Shenley Lane Community Association SHENLEY LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 976 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 204.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.