Chester Road is in Castle Bromwich, Birmingham and in Solihull district. B36 0LD is located in the Castle Bromwich electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meriden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chester Road, Castle Bromwich, Birmingham, B36 0LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B36 0JH, B36 0HH, B34 7LJ, B36 0LL, B36 0HJ, B36 0LB, B36 0JJ, B34 7LG, B34 7LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B36 0LD has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.6% 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 | 58.3% | 58.6% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 7.6% |
| Male | 41.7% | 41.4% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -7.6% |
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 | 24.6% | 32.8% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.2% | 34.8% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -9.4% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 2.7% | 8.3% | 5.6% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 27.9% | 21.1% | -6.8% | 6.1% | 15.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.5% | 37.8% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -10.6% |
| Good health | 32% | 32.6% | 0.6% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 25.7% | 21% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 8.3% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 5.6% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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.
In the area around B36 0LD this area, 38.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.4% | 38.2% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 20.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.1% | 5.4% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 12.7% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.7% | 5.9% | -2.8% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 14.7% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.2% | 20.6% | 12.4% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.5% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 11.2% | 11.2% | 2.7% | 8.5% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.5% | 83.7% | -14.8% | 81.4% | 2.3% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 99.5% | 94.4% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 3.8% | 3.3% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 94.8% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.3% | 37.2% | -12.9% |
| Christian | 54% | 46.2% | 7.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 11.1% | 6.5% | 4.6% |
| Other religion | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chester Road was 181.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.5% higher than the Castle Bromwich average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chester Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Castle Bromwich and the 58th highest crime rate of 675 local areas in Solihull .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 84.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 336 Chester Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2024-09-09 | £212,632 |
| 344 Chester Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2023-08-09 | £320,122 |
| 346 Chester Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £251,000 | 2023-02-10 | £251,748 |
| 342 Chester Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £231,000 | 2023-01-17 | £233,310 |
| 346B Chester Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £262,500 | 2022-11-30 | £262,240 |
B36 0LD 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 B36 0LD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 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 | 3,504 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Garretts Green Nursery School 117 Garretts Green Lane , Sheldon B26 2JL | 4out of 4 | 4,743 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 | 4,836 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Bromwich Junior School Castle Bromwich Junior School Hurst Lane North , Castle Bromwich B36 0HD | 3out of 4 | 483 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School Hurst Lane , Shard End B34 7HN | - not rated | 598 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Bromwich Infant and Nursery School Green Lane , Castle Bromwich B36 0BX | 4out of 4 | 766 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Smith's Wood Primary Academy Burton's Way , Smith's Wood B36 0SZ | 4out of 4 | 849 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingshurst Primary School School Close , Kingshurst B37 6BN | 2out of 4 | 995 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,090 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Hall Academy Water Orton Road , Castle Bromwich B36 9HF | 3out of 4 | 1,397 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst Cooks Lane , Solihull B37 6NU | 1out of 4 | 1,948 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Henry Newman Catholic College Chelmsley Road , Chelmsley Wood B37 5GA | 3out of 4 | 2,058 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tile Cross Academy Gressel Lane , Tile Cross B33 9UF | 1out of 4 | 2,263 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 | 4,633 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 | 937 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merstone School Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | 4out of 4 | 937 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerfield Education Centre Auckland Drive , Smith's Wood B36 0DD | 3out of 4 | 955 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Auckland Education Centre Bosworth Wood Campus , Auckland Drive B36 0DD | 1out of 4 | 1,005 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlewood School Lanchester Way , Castle Bromwich B36 9LF | 2out of 4 | 1,167 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | 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 | 256 yd | |
| Curry Club | Unit E, 262 Chester Road | 514 yd | |
| Shelbies Cafe | 44 Kitsland Road, Birmingham | 633 yd | |
| Shellys cafe | 44 Kitsland Road, Birmingham | 633 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 2, 35 Burtons Way | 663 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Toby Jug | Toby Jug, Chester Road | 585 yd | |
| The Crown Members Club | Royal British Legion Shard End Club, Hurst Lane | 615 yd | |
| Shard End Social Club | Brookbank Avenue, Birmingham | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Wok | 343 Chester Road, Solihull | 288 yd | |
| Jeera Tandoori Restaurant | 341 Chester Road, Castle Bromwich | 298 yd | |
| Golden Bird | 321 Chester Road, Birmingham | 363 yd | |
| Cola Fish Saloon | 319 Chester Road, Solihull | 370 yd | |
| Spice It Up Bar-B-Q | 10 Sydney Way, Birmingham | 400 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarkets Ltd | Morrisons Store, Chester Road | 193 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 284 Chester Road, Solihull | 316 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Farm Foods Store, Chester Road | 351 yd | |
| Tesco | 132 Green Lane, Castle Bromwich | 799 yd | |
| Co-Operative Supermarket | 81-87 The Parade, Kingshurst | 916 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smiths Wood Playing Field BURTONS WAY | grass pitches | 595 yd |
| Merstone School WINDWARD WAY | 872 yd | |
| Smiths Wood Community Gym KINGFISHER DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 874 yd |
| Smiths Wood Youth & Community Centre (Closed) Arran Way | health and fitness suite | 958 yd |
| Smiths Wood Sports College (Closed) Windward Way | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 972 yd |
| Smiths Wood Academy SMITHSWOOD SCHOOL SMITHSWOOD SCHOOL WINDWARD WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 973 yd |
| Hillstone Primary School HILLSTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,062 yd |
| Timberley Academy BRADLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,082 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 | 108.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.