Arran Way is in Birmingham and in Solihull district. B36 0QE 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 Arran Way, Birmingham, B36 0QE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B36 0QJ, B36 0QG, B36 0QF, B36 0QB, B36 0QA, B36 0QH, B36 0PZ, B36 0NL, B36 0QP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B36 0QE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% 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 | 54% | 55.4% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 46% | 44.6% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
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 B36 0QE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46% 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 | 42% | 46% | 4.0% | 37.9% | 8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.4% | 33% | -7.4% | 44.2% | -11.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 10% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6.9% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 (70.9%) 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 | 43.3% | 39.1% | -4.2% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 31.8% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 19.3% | 4.7% | 12.7% | 6.6% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 8.4% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 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.
In the area around B36 0QE this area, 34.9% 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 10.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.4% | 34.9% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 16.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.2% | 12.9% | -7.3% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 12.9% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 5.8% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 18.3% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.1% | 10.8% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -23.0% |
| Other | 3.9% | 4.4% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.7% | 5.1% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 4.1% |
| Other Black | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4% | 3.8% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 2.9% |
| White | 88.4% | 86.4% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 5.0% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 96.3% | 93.8% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 93.8% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 4.9% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 25.5% | 13.5% | 12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Arran Way was 133.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.7% higher than the Smith's Wood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Arran Way has the 12th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Smith's Wood and the 100th highest crime rate of 675 local areas in Solihull .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 91.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Arran Way, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-08-01 | £134,245 |
| 39 Arran Way, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2023-07-25 | £170,205 |
| 15 Arran Way, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-06-30 | £156,173 |
| 9 Arran Way, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-02-27 | £171,184 |
| 11 Arran Way, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2021-12-10 | £173,677 |
| Full-Time Employee | 102 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 4,393 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Garretts Green Nursery School 117 Garretts Green Lane , Sheldon B26 2JL | 4out of 4 | 5,378 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School Arran Way , Chelmsley Wood B36 0QE | - not rated | 131 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Smith's Wood Primary Academy Burton's Way , Smith's Wood B36 0SZ | 4out of 4 | 383 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingshurst Primary School School Close , Kingshurst B37 6BN | 2out of 4 | 727 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary School Fordbridge Road , Kingshurst B37 6LW | - not rated | 1,249 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yorkswood Primary School Kingshurst Way , Kingshurst B37 6DF | 2out of 4 | 1,440 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 | 303 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst Cooks Lane , Solihull B37 6NU | 1out of 4 | 1,822 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Hall Academy Water Orton Road , Castle Bromwich B36 9HF | 3out of 4 | 1,984 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Henry Newman Catholic College Chelmsley Road , Chelmsley Wood B37 5GA | 3out of 4 | 2,093 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| WMG Academy for Young Engineers (Solihull) Chelmsley Road , Chelmsley Wood B37 5FD | 3out of 4 | 2,205 yd | University technical college | 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 | 400 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merstone School Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | 4out of 4 | 400 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Auckland Education Centre Bosworth Wood Campus , Auckland Drive B36 0DD | 1out of 4 | 1,024 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerfield Education Centre Auckland Drive , Smith's Wood B36 0DD | 3out of 4 | 1,089 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlewood School Lanchester Way , Castle Bromwich B36 9LF | 2out of 4 | 1,585 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atalian Servest @ Smiths Wood Academy | Smiths Wood School, Windward Way | 439 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 2, 35 Burtons Way | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Toby Jug | Toby Jug, Chester Road | 656 yd | |
| Punch Bowl | The Punch Bowl, 1 Wheeley Moor Road | 990 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bobbys Fish Bar | Unit 4, 31 Burtons Way | 475 yd | |
| Pizza 369 | Unit 5, 31 Burtons Way | 475 yd | |
| Rice n P's | 8 Burtons Park Road, Smiths Wood | 714 yd | |
| King Valley Takeaway | 10 The Parade, Kingshurst | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Supermarket | 81-87 The Parade, Kingshurst | 909 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smiths Wood Youth & Community Centre (Closed) Arran Way | health and fitness suite | 142 yd |
| Merstone School WINDWARD WAY | 275 yd | |
| Smiths Wood Academy SMITHSWOOD SCHOOL SMITHSWOOD SCHOOL WINDWARD WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 442 yd |
| Smiths Wood Sports College (Closed) Windward Way | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 443 yd |
| Smiths Wood Playing Field BURTONS WAY | grass pitches | 500 yd |
| Solihull College (Woodlands Campus) WOODLANDS CAMPUS WOODLANDS CAMPUS AUCKLAND DRIVE | grass pitches | 578 yd |
| Smiths Wood Community Gym KINGFISHER DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 672 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 | 56.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 104.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.