Winchester Gardens is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B31 2QA 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 Winchester Gardens, Birmingham, B31 2QA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B31 2QB, B31 2QE, B31 2LN, B31 2QD, B31 2PG, B31 2LH, B31 2LJ, B31 2QQ, B31 2LP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B31 2QA is primarily male, with 54.3% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 45.7% | -4.3% | 51.0% | -5.3% |
| Male | 50% | 54.3% | 4.3% | 49.0% | 5.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of B31 2QA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.2% 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 | 24.2% | 20.6% | -3.6% | 37.9% | -17.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60% | 65.2% | 5.2% | 44.2% | 21.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 3.2% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -5.9% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 8.3% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 (88.9%) 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 | 55.5% | 50.9% | -4.6% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 38% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 7.7% | 10.5% | 2.8% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 12.7% | 11.6% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 8.8% | -7.0% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 12.4% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 4.8% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 17.9% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 35% | 41.4% | 6.4% | 33.8% | 7.6% |
| Other | 2.3% | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 2.9% | 3.5% | 0.6% | 3.1% | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 90.3% | 92.7% | 2.4% | 81.4% | 11.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 92% 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 | 96.5% | 92% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 94.2% | 92% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.2% | 6.2% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.3% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.7% | 76.7% | 14.0% |
| Ireland | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Turkey | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 4.8% | 13.5% | -8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 58.8% | 46.2% | 12.6% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Winchester Gardens was 57.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.5% lower than the Allens Cross average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Winchester Gardens has the 39th lowest crime rate of 123 local areas in Allens Cross and the 999th lowest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Winchester Gardens, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2024-08-06 | £209,154 |
| 67 Winchester Gardens, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-01-19 | £157,508 |
| 71 Winchester Gardens, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-05-05 | £239,762 |
| 53 Winchester Gardens, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2018-11-30 | £217,196 |
| 51 Winchester Gardens, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2008-11-21 | £232,180 |
B31 2QA 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 B31 2QA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Heath Nursery School 200 West Heath Road , Northfield B31 3HB | 3out of 4 | 1,326 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenley Fields Nursery School Woodcock Lane , Northfield B31 1BU | 4out of 4 | 2,664 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Norton Nursery School Westhill Road , Kings Norton B38 8SY | 4out of 4 | 2,673 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rubery Nursery School Leybrook Road , Rubery B45 9PB | 3out of 4 | 2,924 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edith Cadbury Nursery School Somerford Road , Weoley Castle B29 5LB | 3out of 4 | 3,164 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Brigid's Catholic Primary School Frankley Beeches Road , Northfield B31 5AB | 3out of 4 | 448 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bellfield Infant School (NC) Vineyard Road , B31 1PT | 3out of 4 | 771 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bellfield Junior School Vineyard Road , Northfield B31 1PT | 3out of 4 | 771 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Laurence Church Junior School Bunbury Road , Northfield B31 2DJ | 3out of 4 | 815 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Laurence Church Infant School Bunbury Road , Northfield B31 2DJ | 3out of 4 | 815 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls Turves Green , Northfield B31 4BP | - not rated | 1,094 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Turves Green Boys' School Turves Green , Northfield B31 4BS | - not rated | 1,430 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School Wychall Lane , Kings Norton B38 8AP | 3out of 4 | 1,752 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Norton Boys' School Northfield Road , King's Norton B30 1DY | 3out of 4 | 2,327 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Shenley Academy Shenley Lane , B29 4HE | 1out of 4 | 2,407 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 | 3,370 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 | 2,128 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Kings Academy Shannon Road , Kings Norton B38 9DE | 3out of 4 | 3,280 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Edge Academy 946, Bristol Road South , Northfield B31 2LQ | 1out of 4 | 169 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longwill A Primary School for Deaf Children Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | 3out of 4 | 1,066 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria School Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | 4out of 4 | 1,193 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria College Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | - not rated | 1,193 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Birmingham School The Minerva Centre , Thornthwaite Close B45 0DS | 2out of 4 | 2,590 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northfield Arts Forum Food Service | Northfield Baptist Church, Bristol Road South | 333 yd | |
| Rumana's | 953-955 Bristol Road South, Northfield | 337 yd | |
| Bistro B31 | 100 Chatham Road, Birmingham | 472 yd | |
| Dappa's Kitchen | Unit 3, 855 Bristol Road South | 478 yd | |
| Mayas Cafe | Northfield Market, 855-857 Bristol Road South | 478 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quarry Club | Quarry Sports And Social Club, 82 Quarry Lane | 239 yd | |
| Black Horse | Bristol Road South, Northfield | 337 yd | |
| Longbridge Social Club | Living Accomodation, 1012 Bristol Road South | 499 yd | |
| The Great Stone | Great Stone Inn, 158 Church Road | 503 yd | |
| Northfield Conservative Club | The Mill Walk, Birmingham | 923 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non Stop Pizza | 952 Bristol Road South, Northfield | 263 yd | |
| Great Wall House | 958 Bristol Road South, Weoley | 270 yd | |
| The Station Fish Bar | 1 Station Road, Northfield | 420 yd | |
| Dixy Chicken | 863 Bristol Road South, Weoley | 478 yd | |
| New Peking | 869 Bristol Road South, Weoley | 478 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Supersaver | 948 Bristol Road South, Northfield | 263 yd | |
| Sainsburys | J Sainsbury, Frankley Beeches Road | 483 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi, 860 Bristol Road South | 486 yd | |
| Midlands Co-Op | 30 West Heath Road, Northfield | 490 yd | |
| Iceland | 15 Grosvenor Shopping Centre, Bristol Road South | 838 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northfield Pool & Fitness Centre (Closed) Bristol Road South | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 327 yd |
| Northfield Leisure Centre NORTHFIELD POOL AND FITNESS CENTRE NORTHFIELD POOL AND FITNESS CENTRE BRISTOL ROAD SOUTH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 327 yd |
| Ymca (Birmingham) YMCA YMCA BUNBURY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 539 yd |
| St Laurence Ce Junior School BUNBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 776 yd |
| Victoria Common (Closed) Bristol Road | grass pitches | 834 yd |
| Turves Green Community Leisure Centre TURVES GREEN | 1,075 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 | 198 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.