Yorklea Croft is in Birmingham and in Solihull district. B37 5EQ 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 Yorklea Croft, Birmingham, B37 5EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B37 5EJ, B37 5EE, B37 5EG, B37 5EH, B37 5BT, B37 5ED, B37 5FF, B37 5EU, B37 5EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B37 5EQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.4% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.6% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 B37 5EQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% 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 | 39.6% | 42.6% | 3.0% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.1% | 32.4% | -2.7% | 44.2% | -11.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 6% | 3.7% | -2.3% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 9% | 10.7% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 9.9% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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 (69.8%) 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 | 39.1% | 35.2% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -13.2% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 34.6% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 17.6% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 9.8% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 5.8% |
| Very bad health | 4.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 5EQ this area, 32.7% 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 13.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.3% | 32.7% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 14.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.5% | 17.6% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 8.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 12.5% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 5.5% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 15.4% | 7.9% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.3% | 13.2% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -20.6% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 2.6% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 5.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 4.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 88.7% | 87.2% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 5.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.6% | 89% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 6.6% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 1.2% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.9% | 88.3% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 5.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.9% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0.9% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 20.5% | 13.5% | 7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.1% | 37.2% | 11.9% |
| Christian | 43.1% | 46.2% | -3.1% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Yorklea Croft was 131.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.2% higher than the Kingshurst and Fordbridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Yorklea Croft has the 13th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Kingshurst and Fordbridge and the 106th highest crime rate of 675 local areas in Solihull .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 62.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Yorklea Croft, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2023-08-17 | £121,019 |
| 110 Yorklea Croft, Birmingham, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £77,500 | 2019-02-08 | £91,251 |
| 92 Yorklea Croft, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £129,500 | 2018-01-19 | £171,987 |
| 46 Yorklea Croft, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2016-07-11 | £182,702 |
| 34 Yorklea Croft, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2015-10-15 | £146,710 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical 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 | 3,117 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 | 4,323 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fordbridge Community Primary School Crabtree Drive , Chelmsley Wood B37 5BU | 3out of 4 | 367 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Bosworth Drive , Chelmsley Wood B37 5DP | - not rated | 569 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Shirestone Academy Shirestone Road , Tile Cross B33 0DH | 4out of 4 | 1,021 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School East Meadway , Tile Cross B33 0AU | - not rated | 1,098 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coleshill Heath School Lime Grove , Chelmsley Wood B37 7PY | 2out of 4 | 1,290 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grace Academy Solihull Chapelhouse Road , Chelmsey Wood B37 5JS | 3out of 4 | 488 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Henry Newman Catholic College Chelmsley Road , Chelmsley Wood B37 5GA | 3out of 4 | 634 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst Cooks Lane , Solihull B37 6NU | 1out of 4 | 929 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 | 983 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tile Cross Academy Gressel Lane , Tile Cross B33 9UF | 1out of 4 | 1,274 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 | 5,002 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 | 1,066 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leycroft Academy Gressel Lane , B33 9UF | - not rated | 1,321 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hallmoor School 50 Scholars Gate , Kitts Green B33 0DL | 1out of 4 | 2,084 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SILVER BIRCH SCHOOL 170 PACKINGTON AVENUE , SHARD END B34 7RD | - not rated | 2,276 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Oak School Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | 4out of 4 | 2,345 yd | Community special school | Yes | 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 | 545 yd | |
| Cafe @ North Solihull Sports Centre | North Solihull Sports Centre, Conway Road | 826 yd | |
| Kutum Bari - Kitts Green | 98 Bell Lane, Shard End | 852 yd | |
| Eurest (Compass) c/o Asda | Asda Superstore, 341 Bosworth Drive | 880 yd | |
| Chocbox Desserts | 11 Bell Lane, Shard End | 932 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelmsley Wood Conservative Club | 174 Bosworth Drive, Fordbridge | 524 yd | |
| White Hart Public House | The White Hart, 331 Gressel Lane | 876 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snappy Tomato Pizza | 149 Bosworth Drive, Fordbridge | 156 yd | |
| China House | 259 Tile Cross Road, Birmingham | 556 yd | |
| Seagull Fish Bar | 265 Tile Cross Road, Birmingham | 556 yd | |
| Rajmah Indian Kitchen | 261 Tile Cross Road, Birmingham | 556 yd | |
| Royal Spice | Unit 6, Saxon Way | 628 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bains Local Limited | Bains, 312 Tile Cross Road | 723 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Superstore, 341 Bosworth Drive | 880 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grace Academy Solihull CHAPELHOUSE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 473 yd |
| The Fordbridge Centre FORDBRIDGE CENTRE FORDBRIDGE CENTRE NINEACRES DRIVE | 541 yd | |
| John Henry Newman Catholic College CHELMSLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 606 yd |
| Whitesmore School (Closed) Chapelhouse Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 613 yd |
| Chapelhouse Recreation Ground (Closed) Chapelhouse Road | grass pitches | 646 yd |
| North Solihull Sports Centre CONWAY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 753 yd |
| Fw Fitness CHELMSLEY WOOD SHOPPING CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 896 yd |
| Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst Cooks Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 932 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 | 54.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.