Grange Farm Drive is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B38 8EL is located in the King's Norton North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birmingham, Northfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grange Farm Drive, Birmingham, B38 8EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B38 8EJ, B38 8EN, B38 8EQ, B38 8PN, B38 8EP, B38 8EE, B38 8EH, B38 8ED, B38 8PW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B38 8EL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 51.7% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 51.7% | 48.3% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 37.9% | 36% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.1% | 46.7% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 9.2% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 6.5% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 50.2% | 51.3% | 1.1% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 29.3% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 14.3% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.8% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.5% | 20.2% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 11.1% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 14.5% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 9.2% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 16.8% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 21% | 24.8% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 6.6% | 3.4% | -3.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.5% | 88.8% | -7.7% | 81.4% | 7.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 97.1% | 88.2% | -8.9% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 4.8% | 3.5% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 87.9% | -9.2% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.9% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.7% | 76.7% | 2.0% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 57.1% | 46.2% | 10.9% |
| Muslim | 5.4% | 6.5% | -1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grange Farm Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the King's Norton North 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 risen by about 70.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173 Grange Farm Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2024-06-21 | £153,821 |
| 173 Grange Farm Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-08-26 | £151,517 |
| 173 Grange Farm Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2014-10-31 | £138,361 |
| 173 Grange Farm Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2014-02-14 | £86,039 |
| 171 Grange Farm Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £62,000 | 2003-05-23 | £111,951 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Other | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Heath Nursery School 200 West Heath Road , Northfield B31 3HB | 3out of 4 | 1,190 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Norton Nursery School Westhill Road , Kings Norton B38 8SY | 4out of 4 | 1,674 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allens Croft Nursery School Allens Croft Road , Kings Heath B14 6RP | - not rated | 3,496 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rubery Nursery School Leybrook Road , Rubery B45 9PB | 3out of 4 | 4,295 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenley Fields Nursery School Woodcock Lane , Northfield B31 1BU | 4out of 4 | 4,667 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairway Primary Academy Muirfield Gardens , Kings Norton B38 8XQ | 2out of 4 | 484 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairway Primary School Muirfield Gardens , Kings Norton B38 8XQ | - not rated | 484 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Heath Infant School Rednal Road , B38 8HU | - not rated | 669 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Heath Junior School Rednal Road , B38 8HU | - not rated | 669 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Heath Primary School Rednal Road , West Heath Primary B38 8HU | 3out of 4 | 669 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Norton High School Shannon Road , Kings Norton B38 9DE | - not rated | 1,097 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School Wychall Lane , Kings Norton B38 8AP | 3out of 4 | 1,203 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School Wychall Lane , Kings Norton B38 8AP | - not rated | 1,203 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Turves Green Girls' School Turves Green , Northfield B31 4BP | - not rated | 1,666 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls Turves Green , Northfield B31 4BP | 3out of 4 | 1,666 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadbury Sixth Form College Downland Close , Redditch Road B38 8QT | - not rated | 1,199 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournville College of Further Education 1 Longbridge Lane , Longbridge B31 2AJ | - not rated | 2,980 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fircroft College of Adult Education 1018 Bristol Road , Selly Oak B29 6LH | - not rated | 4,016 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Kings Academy Shannon Road , Kings Norton B38 9DE | 3out of 4 | 1,097 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournville School Hay Green Lane , B30 1SH | 2out of 4 | 2,967 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Ways School 300 Redhill road , Kings Norton B38 9EL | - not rated | 964 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rathvilly School 119 Bunbury Road , Northfield B31 2NB | - not rated | 1,973 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Edge Academy 946, Bristol Road South , Northfield B31 2LQ | 3out of 4 | 2,398 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Hospital School Bristol Road South , Northfield B31 2AP | - not rated | 2,775 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Teaching Centre The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital , Bristol Road South B31 2AP | - not rated | 2,775 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fitness Factory II Ltd | 11 Bilton Industrial Estate, Stockmans Close | 784 yd | |
| Redhill Cafe | 43 Redhill Road, Northfield | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Oak | 133 Vardon Way, Birmingham | 621 yd | |
| Greenwood Tree | Teviot Grove, Birmingham | 857 yd | |
| Man On The Moon | Redditch Road, Kings Norton | 955 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spicebox | 1 Grange Farm Drive, Birmingham | 194 yd | |
| Kings Fish Bar | 387 Redditch Road, Kings Norton | 313 yd | |
| Fortune House | 135 Vardon Way, Birmingham | 621 yd | |
| Welcome Fish Bar | 2 Hawkesley Square, Birmingham | 985 yd | |
| Hong Kong Inn | 102-104 Redhill Road, Northfield | 989 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 15 Tunnel Road, Birmingham | 697 yd | |
| Kap Supermarket | 33 Redhill Road, Northfield | 1,069 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Heath Park Oddingley Road | grass pitches | 671 yd |
| Fitness Factory 2 KINGS NORTON TRADING ESTATE KINGS NORTON TRADING ESTATE STOCKMANS CLOSE | health and fitness suite | 840 yd |
| Birmingham City Fc Academy (Wast Hills) SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND REDHILL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 958 yd |
| Golfbug Wast Hills REDHILL ROAD | golf | 961 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 | 183.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.