Gossey Lane is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B33 0DS is located in the Glebe Farm & Tile Cross electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birmingham, Hodge Hill. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gossey Lane, Birmingham, B33 0DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B33 0YN, B33 0DT, B33 0DX, B33 0DU, B33 0YS, B33 0YW, B33 0EB, B33 0YL, B33 0YR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B33 0DS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.4% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.6% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 B33 0DS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.3% 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 | 51.1% | 49.3% | -1.8% | 37.9% | 11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.3% | 29.5% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -14.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 11% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 3% | 4.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 45.4% | 46.9% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 35.6% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 12.3% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.8% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.3% | 22% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 10.1% | -7.1% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 20.3% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 6.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 4.8% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.7% | 17.6% | -2.1% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 18.9% | 8.6% | 33.8% | -14.9% |
| Other | 4.3% | 6.2% | 1.9% | 2.8% | 3.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 71.1% 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% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 13.1% | 13.1% | 2.7% | 10.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.1% | 2.1% | -2.0% | 1.0% | 1.1% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 4.5% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 3.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 89.3% | 71.1% | -18.2% | 81.4% | -10.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 88% 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 | 95.2% | 88% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 7.9% | 7.6% | 5.6% | 2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 88.9% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.9% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 2.8% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 0.3% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 4.5% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 32.5% | 46.2% | -13.7% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 17.1% | 6.5% | 10.6% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gossey Lane was 243.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.5% higher than the Glebe Farm & Tile Cross average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gossey Lane has the 9th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Glebe Farm & Tile Cross and the 362nd highest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 136.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 39.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74 Gossey Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-10-19 | £207,194 |
| 86 Gossey Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £101,000 | 2022-05-24 | £107,286 |
| 46 Gossey Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-10-19 | £195,422 |
| 68 Gossey Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2019-02-01 | £207,439 |
| 48 Gossey Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2013-09-27 | £162,711 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garretts Green Nursery School 117 Garretts Green Lane , Sheldon B26 2JL | 4out of 4 | 1,784 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bordesley Green East Nursery School 358 Bordesley Green East , Stechford B33 8QB | 3out of 4 | 2,544 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Washwood Heath Nursery School 201 Sladefield Road , Ward End B8 2SY | 4out of 4 | 4,338 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Vale Nursery School Yatesbury Avenue , Castle Vale B35 6DU | 4out of 4 | 4,999 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gossey Lane Academy Gossey Lane , Kitts Green B33 0DS | 2out of 4 | 71 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Blakenhale Infants Blakenhale Road , Garrett's Green B33 0XD | 3out of 4 | 695 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School East Meadway , Tile Cross B33 0AU | - not rated | 696 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lea Forest Primary Academy Hurstcroft Road , Kitts Green B33 9RD | 3out of 4 | 737 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Shirestone Academy Shirestone Road , Tile Cross B33 0DH | 4out of 4 | 764 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tile Cross Academy Gressel Lane , Tile Cross B33 9UF | 1out of 4 | 781 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy Sheldon Heath Road , Sheldon B26 2RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,439 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockshut Hill School Cockshut Hill , Yardley B26 2HX | 2out of 4 | 1,527 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grace Academy Solihull Chapelhouse Road , Chelmsey Wood B37 5JS | 3out of 4 | 1,657 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Henry Newman Catholic College Chelmsley Road , Chelmsley Wood B37 5GA | 3out of 4 | 2,004 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washwood Heath Academy Burney Lane , Stechford B8 2AS | 3out of 4 | 3,313 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley School Yardley Green Road , Bordesley Green B9 5QA | 2out of 4 | 3,841 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Starbank School Hob Moor Road , B10 9BT | - not rated | 4,391 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Victoria Academy Talbot Way , Small Heath B10 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 5,416 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leycroft Academy Gressel Lane , B33 9UF | - not rated | 805 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Centre for Accelerated Learning Sheldon Hall Avenue , Tile Cross B33 0HA | - not rated | 835 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hallmoor School 50 Scholars Gate , Kitts Green B33 0DL | 1out of 4 | 928 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SILVER BIRCH SCHOOL 170 PACKINGTON AVENUE , SHARD END B34 7RD | - not rated | 1,803 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brays School Brays Road , Sheldon B26 1NS | 4out of 4 | 2,716 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mcdonalds Restaurants | Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd, Meadway | 322 yd | |
| B Js Bingo | 250A Mackadown Lane, Shard End | 325 yd | |
| West Midlands Fire Station | 478 Garretts Green Lane, Birmingham | 411 yd | |
| Fusion Island | 91 Lea Village, Birmingham | 417 yd | |
| Chris's Cafe | 105 Lea Village, Birmingham | 419 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pump | 286 Kitts Green Road, Birmingham | 546 yd | |
| Meadway Sports And Social Club | Meadway Sports And Social, 235 Kelynmead Road | 579 yd | |
| Garrets Green Sports Bar | Units 1 And 2, 1 Valepits Road | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Deroma | 109 Lea Village, Birmingham | 419 yd | |
| Wan's Takeaway | 103 Lea Village, Birmingham | 419 yd | |
| Lea Fish Bar | Flat First Floor, 94-96 Lea Village | 463 yd | |
| Mackadown Chippy | 66 East Meadway, Birmingham | 527 yd | |
| Dorapan Chinese Takeaway | 60 East Meadway, Birmingham | 527 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 317 Mackadown Lane, Shard End | 454 yd | |
| Global Supermarket | 288-290 Kitts Green Road, Birmingham | 584 yd | |
| Asda | 105 Kelynmead Road, Birmingham | 884 yd | |
| Midlands Co-Operative Society Ltd, S | 87 Pool Way, Birmingham | 916 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| B-Active (Kitts Green) 42-44 42-44 EAST MEADWAY | health and fitness suite | 498 yd |
| Hallmoor School (Closed) Hallmoor Road | 620 yd | |
| Kents Moat Recreation Ground Meadway | grass pitches | 652 yd |
| Shirestone Academy SHIRESTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| Tile Cross Academy GRESSEL LANE | 762 yd | |
| G & A Fitness Centre (Closed) Granby Business Park Granby Business Park Granby Avenue | health and fitness suite | 774 yd |
| Lea Forest Primary Academy HURSTCROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 847 yd |
| City College East Birmingham Campus (Closed) East Campus East Campus Garretts Green Lane | health and fitness suite | 1,048 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 | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 87.5% |
| 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 | 12.5% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 12.5% |
| Median download speed | 130 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 175.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.