Hillingford Avenue is in Birmingham and in Walsall district. B43 7LA is located in the Pheasey Park Farm electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Walsall South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillingford Avenue, Birmingham, B43 7LA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B43 7JX, B43 7LZ, B43 7JY, B43 7LD, B43 7LB, B43 7LY, B43 7US, B43 7PA, B43 7UR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B43 7LA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 51.5% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 50.5% | 48.5% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 21.6% | 29.3% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.9% | 49.8% | -14.1% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 4.5% | 6.8% | 2.3% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 13.3% | 5.1% | 6.1% | 7.2% |
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 | 39.2% | 42.5% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -5.9% |
| Good health | 37% | 34.6% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 16.3% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.9% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 7LA this area, 29.8% 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 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.3% | 29.8% | -11.5% | 18.2% | 11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 10.1% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 10.1% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 8.9% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 19.8% | 10.9% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 19% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 6.3% | 2.4% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 2% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 94.7% | 93.8% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 98.7% | 95.8% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 96.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.3% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.1% | 37.2% | -7.1% |
| Christian | 62.4% | 46.2% | 16.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillingford Avenue was 25.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.1% lower than the Pheasey Park Farm average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillingford Avenue has the 10th lowest crime rate of 35 local areas in Pheasey Park Farm and the 117th lowest crime rate of 824 local areas in Walsall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 113 Hillingford Avenue, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2025-03-28 | £361,689 |
| 127 Hillingford Avenue, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2022-11-30 | £312,549 |
| 117 Hillingford Avenue, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2020-11-19 | £128,110 |
| 133 Hillingford Avenue, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £92,200 | 2020-08-24 | £118,828 |
| 137 Hillingford Avenue, Birmingham, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £267,500 | 2019-10-25 | £350,529 |
B43 7LA 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 B43 7LA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Administrative and support service 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 | 3out of 4 | 2,428 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goodway Nursery School 5 Goodway Road , Great Barr B44 8RL | 3out of 4 | 2,719 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsh Hill Nursery School 275 Marsh Hill , Erdington B23 7HG | 4out of 4 | 4,931 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pheasey Park Farm Primary School and Early Years Centre Wimperis Way , Great Barr B43 7DH | - not rated | 163 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadow View JMI School Frampton Way , Great Barr B43 7UJ | 3out of 4 | 549 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sundridge Primary School Sundridge Road , Kingstanding B44 9NY | 3out of 4 | 667 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Primary School (NC) Bandywood Crescent , B44 9NA | 3out of 4 | 1,283 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lindens Primary School Hundred Acre Road , Streetly B74 2BB | 4out of 4 | 1,600 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barr Beacon School Old Hall Lane , Aldridge WS9 0RF | 4out of 4 | 871 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fortis Academy Aldridge Road , Great Barr B44 8NU | 2out of 4 | 1,646 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School Old Oscott Hill , Kingstanding B44 9SR | 3out of 4 | 1,721 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Streetly Academy Queslett Road East , B74 2EX | 2out of 4 | 2,062 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arena Academy Beeches Road , B42 2PY | 1out of 4 | 2,303 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oscott Manor School Old Oscott Hill , Kingstanding B44 9SP | 3out of 4 | 1,770 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG North Birmingham Six Ten Youth & Community Centre , 610 Kingstanding Road B44 9SH | - not rated | 2,068 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Coppice View Road , Sutton Coldfield B73 6UE | 3out of 4 | 2,105 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley Smith School Perry Beeches Campus , Beeches Road B42 2PY | 4out of 4 | 2,312 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oscott Academy St Martins's Church Centre , 140 Witton Lodge Road B23 5AP | - not rated | 3,865 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Bell Cafe | Collingwood Centre, Collingwood Drive | 305 yd | |
| Just Play Hann-made Ltd | 715 Kings Road, Kingstanding | 700 yd | |
| Luxurious Diner and Desserts | 2 Moreton Avenue, Pheasey | 880 yd | |
| Pigeons Parlour | 5 Moreton Avenue, Pheasey | 882 yd | |
| Boopathi's Restaurant | 84 Bandywood Road, Birmingham | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cat & Fiddle | Beacon Road, Great Barr | 624 yd | |
| The Old Horns | 43 Queslett Road, Pheasey | 736 yd | |
| The Crown At Kingstanding | The Royal British Legion, Lambeth Road | 746 yd | |
| Deers Leap | 797 Queslett Road East, Oscott | 845 yd | |
| David Lloyd Leisure Birmingham | Shady Lane, Birmingham | 936 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa's Pizza & Grill | 77 Collingwood Drive, Pheasey | 263 yd | |
| Deep Blue Fish & Chips | 73 Collingwood Drive, Pheasey | 276 yd | |
| Evergreen Cantonese Takeaway | 524 Queslett Road, Streetly | 438 yd | |
| Charliee's | 514 Queslett Road, Streetly | 538 yd | |
| Harleys Fish Bar and Pizza | 925 Queslett Road, Birmingham | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 921 Queslett Road, Birmingham | 731 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Collingwood Centre COLLINGWOOD CENTRE COLLINGWOOD CENTRE COLLINGWOOD DRIVE | 327 yd | |
| Sundridge Primary School SUNDRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 551 yd |
| Doebank Park BEECHEY CLOSE | grass pitches | 625 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Birmingham) SHADY LANE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 822 yd |
| Barr Beacon Leisure Centre OLD HALL LANE | grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 985 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 | 175.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.