Shady Lane is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B44 9ET is located in the Oscott electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birmingham, Perry Barr. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shady Lane, Birmingham, B44 9ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B44 9EU, B44 9EP, B44 9EG, B44 9EL, B44 9HE, B44 9DB, B44 9DU, B44 9AN, B44 9HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B44 9ET, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 51.8% | 52.4% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 48.2% | 47.6% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around B44 9ET, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 50.2% | 50.9% | 0.7% | 37.9% | 13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34% | 32.5% | -1.5% | 44.2% | -11.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 6.2% | 2.1% | -4.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 9.3% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 4.2% | 1.1% | 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 | 40.2% | 49.2% | 9.0% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 39.4% | 29.3% | -10.1% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 15.9% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 4% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 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 | 28.9% | 22.8% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 9.3% | -7.9% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 13.8% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 5.2% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 20.4% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.4% | 26% | 12.6% | 33.8% | -7.8% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.4% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 62% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 4.1% | 5.4% | 1.3% | 3.1% | 2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 9.3% | 12.4% | 3.1% | 1.0% | 11.4% |
| Other Black | 6.5% | 7.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 7.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.9% | 4.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 3.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 72.3% | 62% | -10.3% | 81.4% | -19.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 86.3% 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 | 94.3% | 86.3% | -8.0% | 83.2% | 3.1% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 3.5% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 4.3% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 86.3% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 3.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 9.9% | 9.4% | 9.8% | 0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 1.1% | -5.6% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.5% | 37.2% | -8.7% |
| Christian | 59.4% | 46.2% | 13.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Sikh | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shady Lane was 97.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.5% higher than the Oscott average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shady Lane has the 10th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Oscott and the 1408th highest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 22.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 121 Shady Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £1,162,500 | 2019-05-31 | £1,403,353 |
B44 9ET 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 110 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 1,655 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goodway Nursery School 5 Goodway Road , Great Barr B44 8RL | 3out of 4 | 1,695 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsh Hill Nursery School 275 Marsh Hill , Erdington B23 7HG | 4out of 4 | 3,909 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Featherstone Nursery School 29 Highcroft Road , Erdington B23 6AU | 3out of 4 | 5,014 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Osborne Nursery School Station Road , Erdington B23 6UB | 3out of 4 | 5,426 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maryvale Catholic Primary School Old Oscott Hill , Kingstanding B44 9AG | 3out of 4 | 683 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sundridge Primary School Sundridge Road , Kingstanding B44 9NY | 3out of 4 | 714 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barr View Primary & Nursery Academy Aldridge Road , Great Barr B44 8NT | 3out of 4 | 947 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Primary School (NC) Bandywood Crescent , B44 9NA | 3out of 4 | 1,040 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pheasey Park Farm Primary School and Early Years Centre Wimperis Way , Great Barr B43 7DH | - not rated | 1,126 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School Old Oscott Hill , Kingstanding B44 9SR | 3out of 4 | 772 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fortis Academy Aldridge Road , Great Barr B44 8NU | 2out of 4 | 806 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arena Academy Beeches Road , B42 2PY | 1out of 4 | 1,562 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barr Beacon School Old Hall Lane , Aldridge WS9 0RF | 4out of 4 | 1,791 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Streetly Academy Queslett Road East , B74 2EX | 2out of 4 | 2,444 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 754 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 | 1,133 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley Smith School Perry Beeches Campus , Beeches Road B42 2PY | 4out of 4 | 1,554 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Coppice View Road , Sutton Coldfield B73 6UE | 3out of 4 | 1,751 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oscott Academy St Martins's Church Centre , 140 Witton Lodge Road B23 5AP | - not rated | 2,919 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookes And Adams Ltd | Shady Lane, Birmingham | 323 yd | |
| Just Play Hann-made Ltd | 715 Kings Road, Kingstanding | 408 yd | |
| Munch Brunch | 595 Kings Road, Oscott | 565 yd | |
| Blue Bell Cafe | Collingwood Centre, Collingwood Drive | 772 yd | |
| Boopathi's Restaurant | 84 Bandywood Road, Birmingham | 845 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Lloyd Leisure Birmingham | Shady Lane, Birmingham | 94 yd | |
| Old Oscott Working Mens Club | Old Scott Working Mens, 1196 Aldridge Road | 757 yd | |
| The Crown At Kingstanding | The Royal British Legion, Lambeth Road | 768 yd | |
| The Old Horns | 43 Queslett Road, Pheasey | 817 yd | |
| Kingstanding Public House | Kingstanding Road, Birmingham | 859 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Fish | 169 Oscott School Lane, Birmingham | 192 yd | |
| The Kitchen | 171 Oscott School Lane, Birmingham | 192 yd | |
| one stop | 3 Shady Lane, Birmingham | 476 yd | |
| Charliee's | 514 Queslett Road, Streetly | 487 yd | |
| Evergreen Cantonese Takeaway | 524 Queslett Road, Streetly | 708 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| S K Supermarket | 758 Kingstanding Road, Birmingham | 859 yd | |
| Midlands Co-Operative Society | 196 Dyas Road, Birmingham | 920 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Stores Ltd, 6 Old Horns Crescent | 970 yd | |
| Midlands Co-Operative Society Ltd | 679 Kingstanding Road, Birmingham | 1,066 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| David Lloyd Club (Birmingham) SHADY LANE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 233 yd |
| Maryvale Catholic Primary School MARYVALE JUNIOR AND INFANTS SCHOOL MARYVALE JUNIOR AND INFANTS SCHOOL OLD OSCOTT HILL | grass pitches | 575 yd |
| Cardinal Wiseman Catholic Technology College OLD OSCOTT HILL | grass pitches, swimming pool | 673 yd |
| Sundridge Primary School SUNDRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 745 yd |
| Collingwood Centre COLLINGWOOD CENTRE COLLINGWOOD CENTRE COLLINGWOOD DRIVE | 817 yd | |
| Great Barr Leisure Centre ALDRIDGE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 823 yd |
| Great Barr School ALDRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 823 yd |
| 610 Community Centre KINGSTANDING ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 988 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.