Falkland Way is in Birmingham and in Solihull district. B36 0LT is located in the Smith's Wood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meriden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Falkland Way, Birmingham, B36 0LT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B36 0NA, B36 0LQ, B36 0LN, B36 0NB, B36 0LX, B36 0LP, B36 0LW, B36 0LZ, B36 0LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B36 0LT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 52.7% | 52.6% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 47.3% | 47.4% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 B36 0LT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.8% 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 | 38.6% | 45.8% | 7.2% | 37.9% | 7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.6% | 28.4% | -5.2% | 44.2% | -15.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 6.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 4.0% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 10.2% | -3.1% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 7.6% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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%) 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 | 38.7% | 31.7% | -7.0% | 48.4% | -16.7% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 38.3% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 21.3% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 8.6% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 7% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 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.
In the area around B36 0LT this area, 36.3% 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 12.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.1% | 36.3% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 18.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 11.9% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 17.7% | 4.8% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 15.9% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.8% | 12.4% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -21.4% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.2% | 6.3% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 5.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 92.7% | 89.9% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 8.5% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 99.4% | 95.1% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 95.1% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73% | 76.7% | -3.7% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 44.9% | 46.2% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 10.5% | 6.0% | 4.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Falkland Way was 83.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.5% lower than the Smith's Wood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Falkland Way has the 19th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Smith's Wood and the 188th highest crime rate of 670 local areas in Solihull .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Falkland Way, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2024-12-22 | £168,833 |
| 51 Falkland Way, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2024-06-10 | £185,331 |
| 14 Falkland Way, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2022-06-27 | £93,031 |
| 29 Falkland Way, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2021-09-17 | £176,296 |
| 29 Falkland Way, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2021-09-17 | £176,296 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | 4,951 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Vale Nursery School Yatesbury Avenue , Castle Vale B35 6DU | 4out of 4 | 5,261 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fordbridge Nursery and Infant School Meriden Drive , Kingshurst B37 6BX | - not rated | 474 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Junior and Infant School Sanda Croft , Smith's Wood B36 0NF | - not rated | 486 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingshurst Infant School Ballard Walk , Kingshurst B37 6BJ | - not rated | 673 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary School Fordbridge Road , Kingshurst B37 6LW | - not rated | 755 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary School Fordbridge Road , Kingshurst B37 6LW | 3out of 4 | 755 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Orton Middle School Vicarage Lane , Water Orton B46 1RX | - not rated | 2,499 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coleshill CofE Middle School Packington Lane , Coleshill B46 3JE | - not rated | 2,754 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smith's Wood Sports College Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | - not rated | 804 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Smith's Wood Academy Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | 1out of 4 | 804 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingshurst School Cooks Lane , Kingshurst B37 6NU | - not rated | 983 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst Cooks Lane , Solihull B37 6NU | - not rated | 1,061 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| CTC Kingshurst Academy Cooks Lane , Kingshurst B37 6NU | - not rated | 1,061 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Birmingham College Garretts Green Lane , B33 0TS | - not rated | 4,117 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 877 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merstone School Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | 4out of 4 | 877 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The City Technology College Po Box 1017 , Cooks Lane B37 6NZ | - not rated | 1,480 yd | City technology college | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Windy Arbor Woodlands Way , Chelmsley Wood B37 6RN | - not rated | 1,772 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Auckland Education Centre Bosworth Wood Campus , Auckland Drive B36 0DD | - not rated | 2,070 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Shaz Kitchen | 21 Clopton Crescent, Fordbridge | 462 yd | |
| Atalian Servest @ Smiths Wood Academy | Smiths Wood School, Windward Way | 722 yd | |
| Partytimz | Kingshurst And District Labour Club, 51 Clopton Crescent | 783 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Punch Bowl | The Punch Bowl, 1 Wheeley Moor Road | 361 yd | |
| The Pavilions Club Limited | Kingshurst Parish Council Playing Fields Pavilion, Meriden Drive | 475 yd | |
| The Centurion Pub | The Centurion, Forth Drive | 731 yd | |
| The Toby Jug | Toby Jug, Chester Road | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Chelmsley Wood Garage, Chester Road | 277 yd | |
| King Valley Takeaway | 10 The Parade, Kingshurst | 856 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Supermarket | 81-87 The Parade, Kingshurst | 828 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Pavilions MERIDEN DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 347 yd |
| Solihull College (Woodlands Campus) WOODLANDS CAMPUS WOODLANDS CAMPUS AUCKLAND DRIVE | grass pitches | 445 yd |
| Babbs Mill Park FORDBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 634 yd |
| Smiths Wood Academy SMITHSWOOD SCHOOL SMITHSWOOD SCHOOL WINDWARD WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 720 yd |
| Smiths Wood Sports College (Closed) Windward Way | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 720 yd |
| Merstone School WINDWARD WAY | 935 yd | |
| Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst Cooks Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,056 yd |
| Smiths Wood Youth & Community Centre (Closed) Arran Way | health and fitness suite | 1,077 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 | 178 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.