Kitsland Road is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B34 7LJ is located in the Shard End 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 Kitsland Road, Birmingham, B34 7LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B34 7LG, B34 7LH, B36 0LD, B36 0LL, B36 0LB, B34 7JY, B37 6AJ, B36 0JH, B34 7LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B34 7LJ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.1% 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 | 53.4% | 56.1% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 5.1% |
| Male | 46.6% | 43.9% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -5.1% |
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 B34 7LJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.8% 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 | 43.3% | 51.8% | 8.5% | 37.9% | 13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.6% | 33.3% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -10.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 12% | 6.2% | -5.8% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 5.1% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 45.9% | 41.9% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 35.1% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 14.3% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 7.5% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 12.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.6% | 24.1% | -11.5% | 18.2% | 5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 16.4% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 6.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.2% | 19.5% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.1% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 20% | 12.8% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 12.3% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -21.5% |
| Other | 5.8% | 2.6% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.4% | 6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 5.0% |
| Other Black | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 5.2% | 7.1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 6.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.6% | 83.1% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 1.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 96.6% | 95.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 95.5% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.6% | 76.7% | -3.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 24.9% | 13.5% | 11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.2% | 37.2% | 16.0% |
| Christian | 41.5% | 46.2% | -4.7% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kitsland Road was 105.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.0% lower than the Glebe Farm & Tile Cross average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kitsland Road has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Glebe Farm & Tile Cross and the 1322nd highest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 176 Kitsland Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-10-16 | £210,000 |
| 166 Kitsland Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £212,500 | 2021-03-26 | £247,384 |
| 167 Kitsland Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,500 | 2016-01-22 | £213,261 |
| 171 Kitsland Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2013-02-27 | £121,438 |
| 167 Kitsland Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2012-07-20 | £215,251 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Vale Nursery School Yatesbury Avenue , Castle Vale B35 6DU | 4out of 4 | 3,569 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Garretts Green Nursery School 117 Garretts Green Lane , Sheldon B26 2JL | 4out of 4 | 4,616 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 | 4,740 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School Hurst Lane , Shard End B34 7HN | - not rated | 486 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Bromwich Junior School Castle Bromwich Junior School Hurst Lane North , Castle Bromwich B36 0HD | 3out of 4 | 541 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Bromwich Infant and Nursery School Green Lane , Castle Bromwich B36 0BX | 4out of 4 | 884 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillstone Primary School Hillstone Road , Shard End B34 7PY | 3out of 4 | 915 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Smith's Wood Primary Academy Burton's Way , Smith's Wood B36 0SZ | 4out of 4 | 922 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smith's Wood Academy Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | 2out of 4 | 1,089 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Hall Academy Water Orton Road , Castle Bromwich B36 9HF | 3out of 4 | 1,517 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst Cooks Lane , Solihull B37 6NU | 1out of 4 | 1,840 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Henry Newman Catholic College Chelmsley Road , Chelmsley Wood B37 5GA | 3out of 4 | 1,938 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tile Cross Academy Gressel Lane , Tile Cross B33 9UF | 1out of 4 | 2,131 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 4,573 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Oak School Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | 4out of 4 | 925 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merstone School Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | 4out of 4 | 925 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerfield Education Centre Auckland Drive , Smith's Wood B36 0DD | 3out of 4 | 1,085 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Auckland Education Centre Bosworth Wood Campus , Auckland Drive B36 0DD | 1out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| SILVER BIRCH SCHOOL 170 PACKINGTON AVENUE , SHARD END B34 7RD | - not rated | 1,241 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | 290-294 Chester Road, Solihull | 292 yd | |
| Shelbies Cafe | 44 Kitsland Road, Birmingham | 524 yd | |
| Shellys cafe | 44 Kitsland Road, Birmingham | 524 yd | |
| Curry Club | Unit E, 262 Chester Road | 526 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 2, 35 Burtons Way | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Members Club | Royal British Legion Shard End Club, Hurst Lane | 552 yd | |
| The Toby Jug | Toby Jug, Chester Road | 557 yd | |
| Shard End Social Club | Brookbank Avenue, Birmingham | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice It Up Bar-B-Q | 10 Sydney Way, Birmingham | 306 yd | |
| Golden Wok | 343 Chester Road, Solihull | 353 yd | |
| Jeera Tandoori Restaurant | 341 Chester Road, Castle Bromwich | 361 yd | |
| Golden Bird | 321 Chester Road, Birmingham | 414 yd | |
| Cola Fish Saloon | 319 Chester Road, Solihull | 419 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarkets Ltd | Morrisons Store, Chester Road | 201 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 284 Chester Road, Solihull | 318 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Farm Foods Store, Chester Road | 403 yd | |
| Co-Operative Supermarket | 81-87 The Parade, Kingshurst | 834 yd | |
| Tesco | 132 Green Lane, Castle Bromwich | 922 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smiths Wood Playing Field BURTONS WAY | grass pitches | 650 yd |
| Merstone School WINDWARD WAY | 887 yd | |
| Hillstone Primary School HILLSTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 943 yd |
| Smiths Wood Sports College (Closed) Windward Way | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 953 yd |
| Smiths Wood Academy SMITHSWOOD SCHOOL SMITHSWOOD SCHOOL WINDWARD WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 954 yd |
| Smiths Wood Community Gym KINGFISHER DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 981 yd |
| Smiths Wood Youth & Community Centre (Closed) Arran Way | health and fitness suite | 1,001 yd |
| Timberley Academy BRADLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,013 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 122.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.