Dunster Road is in Birmingham and in Solihull district. B37 7TA is located in the Chelmsley Wood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meriden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dunster Road, Birmingham, B37 7TA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B37 7SE, B37 7GX, B37 7TB, B37 7SU, B37 7SY, B37 7TD, B37 7TG, B37 7ST, B37 7TH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B37 7TA, 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 | 49.9% | 53.6% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 50.1% | 46.4% | -3.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 41.1% | 36.9% | -4.2% | 37.9% | -1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.8% | 39.4% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 13.5% | 6.4% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 6.1% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.2% | 38.3% | -4.9% | 48.4% | -10.1% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 36.8% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 13% | 16% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 10% | 7.2% | -2.8% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 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 B37 7TA this area, 36.2% 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 18.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.7% | 36.2% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 18.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 9.9% | -9.4% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 15.4% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 4.5% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 12.8% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.5% | 18.3% | 10.8% | 33.8% | -15.5% |
| Other | 5.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.5% | 5.2% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 4.2% |
| Other Black | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.2% | 3% | -1.2% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.7% | 90.4% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 97% | 94.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 3.2% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 94.3% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.2% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.2% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.4% | 76.7% | -5.3% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 25.9% | 13.5% | 12.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.5% | 37.2% | 4.3% |
| Christian | 52.3% | 46.2% | 6.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dunster Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bickenhill average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Dunster Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2024-05-31 | £195,439 |
| 25 Dunster Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2022-10-05 | £165,851 |
| 39 Dunster Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2022-06-10 | £89,841 |
| 52 Dunster Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,500 | 2021-01-25 | £216,932 |
| 47 Dunster Road, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2020-02-07 | £156,495 |
B37 7TA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 4,853 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Wilson Church of England Primary School 10 Craig Croft , Chelmund's Cross B37 7TR | 3out of 4 | 392 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windy Arbor Primary School Woodlands Way , Chelmsley Wood B37 6RN | 3out of 4 | 558 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coleshill Heath School Lime Grove , Chelmsley Wood B37 7PY | 2out of 4 | 810 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Bosworth Drive , Chelmsley Wood B37 5DP | - not rated | 1,539 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fordbridge Community Primary School Crabtree Drive , Chelmsley Wood B37 5BU | 3out of 4 | 1,921 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,375 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Coleshill School Coventry Road , Coleshill B46 3EX | 3out of 4 | 1,953 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst Cooks Lane , Solihull B37 6NU | 1out of 4 | 1,994 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Henry Newman Catholic College Chelmsley Road , Chelmsley Wood B37 5GA | 3out of 4 | 2,115 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grace Academy Solihull Chapelhouse Road , Chelmsey Wood B37 5JS | 3out of 4 | 2,181 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Packington Lane , Coleshill B46 3JE | 3out of 4 | 2,261 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Oak School Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | 4out of 4 | 3,058 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merstone School Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | 4out of 4 | 3,058 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Centre for Accelerated Learning Sheldon Hall Avenue , Tile Cross B33 0HA | - not rated | 3,086 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leycroft Academy Gressel Lane , B33 9UF | - not rated | 3,322 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nourish | Chelmsley Wood Baptist Church Centre, Hedingham Grove | 302 yd | |
| Olive Branch (Three Trees) | Chelmsley Wood Baptist Church Centre, Hedingham Grove | 302 yd | |
| Olivias Cafe | Epsom House, 82 Dunster Road | 788 yd | |
| Valentine Theatre School - Bob's Cafe | 2222 - 2226 The Crescent, Marston Green | 904 yd | |
| Imi Catering | 4060 Solihull Parkway, Marston Green | 923 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelmsley Wood Town Council (Food \& Beverage) | Sports Centre, 107 Helmswood Drive | 713 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelmunds Chip Shop | Unit 4, 856 Chester Road | 406 yd | |
| Greenlands Fish Bar | 105 Alder Drive, Chelmsley Wood | 671 yd | |
| Coppice Fast Foods | 3 Coppice Way, Chelmsley Wood | 1,068 yd | |
| Subway | 5 Coppice Way, Chelmsley Wood | 1,074 yd | |
| Banging Bite's & Caribbean Delight's | Unit 3 - 4, 2 - 8 Greenwood Way | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-Operative Society | 850 Chester Road, Birmingham | 402 yd | |
| Spar Stores | 12 Brook Farm Walk, Chelmsley Wood | 895 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bluebell Recreation Ground BLUEBELL DRIVE | grass pitches | 390 yd |
| Heartbeats Fitness Centre (Closed) Bridge Road | health and fitness suite | 404 yd |
| Forum Health Club (Closed) Craig Croft | health and fitness suite | 432 yd |
| Chelmsley Wood Squash Club HELMSWOOD DRIVE | grass pitches, squash courts | 712 yd |
| Heath Park YORKMINSTER DRIVE | grass pitches | 768 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 | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| 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 | 52.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.