Spouthouse Lane is in Birmingham and in Sandwell district. B43 5QB is located in the Newton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Bromwich East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Spouthouse Lane, Birmingham, B43 5QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B43 5QA, B42 1HR, B43 5QF, B42 1HY, B42 1HS, B42 1HB, B42 1HU, B43 5PY, B42 1HT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B43 5QB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.9% | 51.1% | 4.2% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 53.1% | 48.9% | -4.2% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 30.7% | 38.7% | 8.0% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 36.6% | -8.1% | 44.2% | -7.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 13.6% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 37.4% | 43.4% | 6.0% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 34.3% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 19% | 14.9% | -4.1% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 5.8% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% | 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.
In the area around B43 5QB this area, 29.5% 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 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.1% | 29.5% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 11% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 13.9% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.1% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 14.8% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 22.4% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 6.1% | 3.4% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 46.5% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.1% | 4.8% | 3.7% | 1.1% | 3.7% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 15% | 10% | -5.0% | 3.1% | 6.9% |
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 3.9% | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Black African | 3.3% | 4.5% | 1.2% | 2.5% | 2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.9% | 10.3% | 4.4% | 1.0% | 9.3% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.9% | 5.8% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 4.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 63.4% | 46.5% | -16.9% | 81.4% | -34.9% |
| Other | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 77% 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 | 88.3% | 77% | -11.3% | 83.2% | -6.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 6.8% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 2.9% | 3.9% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.4% | 6.8% | 2.4% | 5.6% | 1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.6% | 4.9% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 3.6% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.2% | 77% | -10.2% | 83.2% | -6.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 16.5% | 15.4% | 9.8% | 6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 3.2% | 1.4% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.9% | 0.3% | -9.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.4% | 76.7% | -3.3% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.9% | 37.2% | -15.3% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 6.1% | 1.7% | 4.4% |
| Muslim | 11% | 6.5% | 4.5% |
| Sikh | 3.9% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Spouthouse Lane was 31.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.0% lower than the Newton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Spouthouse Lane has the 8th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Newton and the 137th lowest crime rate of 952 local areas in Sandwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 Spouthouse Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2026-01-14 | £158,199 |
| 59 Spouthouse Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-03-21 | £222,470 |
| 97 Spouthouse Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-03-07 | £199,211 |
| 119 Spouthouse Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-01-31 | £259,821 |
| 47 Spouthouse Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-11-07 | £201,560 |
B43 5QB 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.
The percentage of student residents living in B43 5QB area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 63 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perry Beeches Nursery School 256 Beeches Road , Great Barr B42 2PX | - not rated | 1,784 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goodway Nursery School 5 Goodway Road , Great Barr B44 8RL | 4out of 4 | 3,293 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsh Hill Nursery School 275 Marsh Hill , Erdington B23 7HG | 4out of 4 | 4,845 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fullbrook Nursery School West Bromwich Road , Walsall WS5 4NN | 4out of 4 | 4,907 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gorse Farm Primary School Ferndale Avenue , Great Barr B43 5QF | - not rated | 245 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferndale Primary School Ferndale Avenue , Great Barr B43 5QF | 3out of 4 | 245 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Catholic Primary School Almond Croft , Old Walsall Road B42 1NU | - not rated | 632 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Catholic Primary School Almond Croft , Old Walsall Road B42 1NU | - not rated | 632 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tanhouse Primary School Hamstead Road , Great Barr B43 5EL | - not rated | 845 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamstead Hall Community Learning Centre Craythorne Avenue , Handsworth Wood B20 1HL | - not rated | 1,330 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamstead Hall Academy Craythorne Avenue , Handsworth Wood B20 1HL | 3out of 4 | 1,330 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arena Academy Beeches Road , Great Barr B42 2PY | - not rated | 1,737 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Perry Beeches School Beeches Road , B42 2PY | - not rated | 1,780 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arena Academy Beeches Road , B42 2PY | - not rated | 1,780 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Birmingham College Aldridge Road , Great Barr B44 8NE | - not rated | 2,529 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandwell College 1 Spon Lane , B70 6AW | - not rated | 5,317 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priestley Smith School Perry Beeches Campus , Beeches Road B42 2PY | 4out of 4 | 1,780 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queslett School St Margaret's Hospital , Great Barr B43 7EZ | - not rated | 1,873 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire AP School 2 70 Raglan Road , B66 3ND | - not rated | 3,588 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Institute of Higher Excellence Livingstone House , 50 Livingstone Road B20 3LL | - not rated | 3,902 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Vocation Base Community School Camp Lane Development Company Ltd, 176 Camp Lane , Handsworth B21 8JA | - not rated | 3,979 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Colliery Service Station, Hamstead Road | 617 yd | |
| Piri Fino | 927 Walsall Road, Perry Barr | 703 yd | |
| The Towers | 636 Walsall Road, Perry Barr | 784 yd | |
| The dessert club Birmingham | 4 Railway Terrace, Old Walsall Road | 821 yd | |
| La Belle Vie Desserts | 4 Railway Terrace, Old Walsall Road | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamstead Social Welfare Club | Hamstead Institute, Old Walsall Road | 220 yd | |
| Great Barr Conservative Club | Great Barr Conservative Club, 6a Newton Road | 772 yd | |
| The Scott Arms | The Scott Arms, Newton Road | 773 yd | |
| Beaufort Arms | 42-46 Old Walsall Road, Perry Barr | 904 yd | |
| The New Bell | Booths Farm Road, Birmingham | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cake Shop and Sunita's Sweet Centre | 205-207 Dyas Avenue, Birmingham | 365 yd | |
| G's Fish Bar | 36 Gorse Farm Road | 501 yd | |
| Rose Garden | 34 Gorse Farm Road | 501 yd | |
| Shanghai House | 93 Jayshaw Avenue | 573 yd | |
| Lung Wah | 168 Perry Wood Road, Birmingham | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 52 Gorse Farm Road | 525 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 936 Walsall Road | 724 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Tesco Express, Hamstead Road | 775 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | 2a Birmingham Road | 949 yd | |
| Midlands Co-Op | 606 Walsall Road, Perry Barr | 1,048 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ferndale Primary School FERNDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL FERNDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL FERNDALE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 245 yd |
| Red House Park NEWTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 997 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.