Alderney Gardens is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B38 8YW 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 Alderney Gardens, Birmingham, B38 8YW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B38 8DX, B38 8DY, B38 8ED, B38 8YQ, B38 8YE, B38 8XQ, B38 8EB, B38 8YG, B38 8YB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B38 8YW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 51.2% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 51.2% | 48.8% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of B38 8YW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.3% | 27.8% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.1% | 52.8% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 8.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 8% | -3.7% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 8% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 42.5% | 45.9% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 31.4% | -7.1% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 17.4% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 4.5% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 25.1% | 16.7% | -8.4% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 10.2% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 14.4% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 3.3% | -2.5% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 19.5% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.6% | 32.6% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -1.2% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.3% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 5.2% | 5.3% | 0.1% | 3.1% | 2.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 90.5% | 83.5% | -7.0% | 81.4% | 2.1% |
In this area, 87.4% 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 | 95.6% | 87.4% | -8.2% | 83.2% | 4.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 4.9% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 3.3% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 87% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 11.3% | 10.9% | 9.8% | 1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 1.2% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 6.2% | 13.5% | -7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Buddhist | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alderney Gardens was 34.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.4% lower than the King's Norton North average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Alderney Gardens has the 11th lowest crime rate of 78 local areas in King's Norton North and the 518th lowest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Alderney Gardens, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £223,000 | 2023-10-20 | £231,022 |
| 12 Alderney Gardens, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-09-22 | £241,714 |
| 12 Alderney Gardens, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-07-03 | £239,504 |
| 68 Alderney Gardens, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £297,000 | 2023-02-23 | £299,676 |
| 64 Alderney Gardens, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2023-02-15 | £272,432 |
B38 8YW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in B38 8YW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 1,161 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Norton Nursery School Westhill Road , Kings Norton B38 8SY | 4out of 4 | 1,428 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allens Croft Nursery School Allens Croft Road , Kings Heath B14 6RP | 4out of 4 | 3,303 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rubery Nursery School Leybrook Road , Rubery B45 9PB | 3out of 4 | 4,289 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenley Fields Nursery School Woodcock Lane , Northfield B31 1BU | 4out of 4 | 4,383 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 | 3out of 4 | 159 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Heath Primary School Rednal Road , West Heath Primary B38 8HU | 3out of 4 | 722 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wychall Primary School Middle Field Road , Northfield B31 3EH | 2out of 4 | 735 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkesley Church Primary Academy 376 Shannon Road , Kings Norton B38 9TR | 2out of 4 | 1,294 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Primary School Alvechurch Road , West Heath B31 3PN | - not rated | 1,480 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School Wychall Lane , Kings Norton B38 8AP | 3out of 4 | 876 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls Turves Green , Northfield B31 4BP | - not rated | 1,617 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| King's Norton Boys' School Northfield Road , King's Norton B30 1DY | 3out of 4 | 1,779 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Turves Green Boys' School Turves Green , Northfield B31 4BS | - not rated | 1,832 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Kings Norton Girls' School Selly Oak Road , Kings Norton B30 1HW | 4out of 4 | 2,364 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fircroft College of Adult Education 1018 Bristol Road , Selly Oak B29 6LH | - not rated | 3,693 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 | 1,255 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournville School Hay Green Lane , B30 1SH | 2out of 4 | 2,640 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 | 1,268 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Edge Academy 946, Bristol Road South , Northfield B31 2LQ | 1out of 4 | 2,189 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longwill A Primary School for Deaf Children Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | 3out of 4 | 2,693 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria School Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | 4out of 4 | 2,752 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria College Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | - not rated | 2,752 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A2A Café | 226 Wychall Road, Kings Norton | 867 yd | |
| Fitness Factory II Ltd | 11 Bilton Industrial Estate, Stockmans Close | 916 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Oak | 133 Vardon Way, Birmingham | 348 yd | |
| Greenwood Tree | Teviot Grove, Birmingham | 887 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune House | 135 Vardon Way, Birmingham | 348 yd | |
| Spicebox | 1 Grange Farm Drive, Birmingham | 435 yd | |
| Kings Fish Bar | 387 Redditch Road, Kings Norton | 598 yd | |
| Planet Spice | 206 Wychall Road, Kings Norton | 875 yd | |
| Wychall Fish Bar | 234 Wychall Road, Kings Norton | 875 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 15 Tunnel Road, Birmingham | 732 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Heath Park Oddingley Road | grass pitches | 534 yd |
| St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School WYCHALL LANE | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 930 yd |
| Fitness Factory 2 KINGS NORTON TRADING ESTATE KINGS NORTON TRADING ESTATE STOCKMANS CLOSE | health and fitness suite | 960 yd |
| Cadbury Sixth Form College DOWNLAND CLOSE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,089 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 | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 1.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 1.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 1.9% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 130.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.