Coleford Drive is in Birmingham and in Solihull district. B37 5DS is located in the Kingshurst and Fordbridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meriden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Coleford Drive, Birmingham, B37 5DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B37 5DU, B37 5HB, B37 5DN, B37 5DX, B37 5DW, B37 5EA, B37 5EB, B37 5HE, B37 5DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B37 5DS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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 | 49.8% | 53.6% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 50.2% | 46.4% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 B37 5DS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.3% 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 | 49.7% | 54.3% | 4.6% | 37.9% | 16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.1% | 26.9% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -17.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.8% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 11.3% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 3.8% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 38% | 47.8% | 9.8% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 31.3% | -7.1% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 11.6% | -4.9% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 6.8% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 B37 5DS this area, 29.9% 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 16%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.7% | 29.9% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 11.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 16.6% | 2.5% | 9.6% | 7.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22% | 17.6% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 13.4% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.6% | 16% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.7% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 3.6% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.4% | 0.8% | -2.6% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 7.2% | 7.7% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 6.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 86.5% | 78.6% | -7.9% | 81.4% | -2.8% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 96.2% | 92.4% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 4.4% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 92.4% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 0% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.7% | 76.7% | -9.0% |
| Ireland | 3.6% | 0.6% | 3.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 26.7% | 13.5% | 13.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.2% | 37.2% | 19.0% |
| Christian | 31.3% | 46.2% | -14.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Sikh | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coleford Drive was 105.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.6% lower than the Kingshurst and Fordbridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Coleford Drive has the 17th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Kingshurst and Fordbridge and the 143rd highest crime rate of 675 local areas in Solihull .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Coleford Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2024-03-08 | £144,725 |
| 5 Coleford Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-08-30 | £165,224 |
| 53 Coleford Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2023-08-04 | £214,276 |
| 73 Coleford Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2023-06-23 | £187,380 |
| 53 Coleford Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-09-24 | £201,282 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| 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 | 3,484 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 | 4,733 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Bosworth Drive , Chelmsley Wood B37 5DP | - not rated | 204 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fordbridge Community Primary School Crabtree Drive , Chelmsley Wood B37 5BU | 3out of 4 | 373 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coleshill Heath School Lime Grove , Chelmsley Wood B37 7PY | 2out of 4 | 929 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary School Fordbridge Road , Kingshurst B37 6LW | - not rated | 1,426 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Shirestone Academy Shirestone Road , Tile Cross B33 0DH | 4out of 4 | 1,431 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WMG Academy for Young Engineers (Solihull) Chelmsley Road , Chelmsley Wood B37 5FD | 3out of 4 | 637 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Henry Newman Catholic College Chelmsley Road , Chelmsley Wood B37 5GA | 3out of 4 | 679 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grace Academy Solihull Chapelhouse Road , Chelmsey Wood B37 5JS | 3out of 4 | 753 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst Cooks Lane , Solihull B37 6NU | 1out of 4 | 830 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tile Cross Academy Gressel Lane , Tile Cross B33 9UF | 1out of 4 | 1,658 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 | 5,398 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centre for Accelerated Learning Sheldon Hall Avenue , Tile Cross B33 0HA | - not rated | 1,461 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leycroft Academy Gressel Lane , B33 9UF | - not rated | 1,700 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Oak School Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | 4out of 4 | 2,288 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merstone School Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | 4out of 4 | 2,288 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hallmoor School 50 Scholars Gate , Kitts Green B33 0DL | 1out of 4 | 2,461 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fordbridge Town Council | Fordbridge Centre, Nineacres Drive | 275 yd | |
| Eurest (Compass) c/o Asda | Asda Superstore, 341 Bosworth Drive | 471 yd | |
| McDonalds | 345 Bosworth Drive, Fordbridge | 552 yd | |
| Asneths Diner Caribbean Palmz Ltd | 14 Maple Walk, Chelmsley Wood | 565 yd | |
| Cafe @ North Solihull Sports Centre | North Solihull Sports Centre, Conway Road | 568 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelmsley Wood Conservative Club | 174 Bosworth Drive, Fordbridge | 122 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snappy Tomato Pizza | 149 Bosworth Drive, Fordbridge | 517 yd | |
| Banging Bite's & Caribbean Delight's | Unit 3 - 4, 2 - 8 Greenwood Way | 574 yd | |
| Subway | 5 Coppice Way, Chelmsley Wood | 600 yd | |
| Coppice Fast Foods | 3 Coppice Way, Chelmsley Wood | 605 yd | |
| Royal Spice | Unit 6, Saxon Way | 851 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Superstore, 341 Bosworth Drive | 471 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Fordbridge Centre FORDBRIDGE CENTRE FORDBRIDGE CENTRE NINEACRES DRIVE | 268 yd | |
| Fw Fitness CHELMSLEY WOOD SHOPPING CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 489 yd |
| North Solihull Sports Centre CONWAY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 561 yd |
| Grace Academy Solihull CHAPELHOUSE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 588 yd |
| John Henry Newman Catholic College CHELMSLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 642 yd |
| Meriden Park CROSSMAN CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 861 yd |
| Whitesmore School (Closed) Chapelhouse Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 881 yd |
| Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst Cooks Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 885 yd |
| Chapelhouse Recreation Ground (Closed) Chapelhouse Road | grass pitches | 968 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 | 144.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.