Penge Grove is in Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B44 9HY is located in the Oscott electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birmingham, Perry Barr. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Penge Grove, Birmingham, B44 9HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B44 9PN, B44 9HX, B44 9NW, B44 9NU, B44 9HP, B44 9NT, B44 9NP, B43 7DS, B44 9HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B44 9HY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 50.6% | 53.3% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 49.4% | 46.7% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 9HY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.3% 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 | 58.1% | 47.3% | -10.8% | 37.9% | 9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25% | 36.7% | 11.7% | 44.2% | -7.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.4% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 8.4% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 4.2% | -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 | 49.1% | 54.2% | 5.1% | 48.4% | 5.8% |
| Good health | 36% | 27.9% | -8.1% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 10.2% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 6.2% | 3.7% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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.
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 15.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.6% | 25.8% | -12.8% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 17.6% | 3.2% | 9.6% | 8.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 15.5% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 4.7% | 3.9% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 18.9% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 15.5% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -18.3% |
| Other | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 91.3% | 84.4% | -6.9% | 81.4% | 3.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 99.7% | 88.2% | -11.5% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 8.4% | 8.4% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 88.2% | -9.3% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.7% | 76.7% | -7.0% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 3.7% | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.1% | 37.2% | 8.9% |
| Christian | 44% | 46.2% | -2.2% |
| Muslim | 4.6% | 6.5% | -1.9% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penge Grove was 63.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.5% lower than the Oscott average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Penge Grove has the 20th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Oscott and the 1116th lowest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Penge Grove, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £120,500 | 2019-09-16 | £157,720 |
| 11 Penge Grove, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £109,000 | 2015-10-16 | £176,518 |
| 3 Penge Grove, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £85,500 | 2011-12-16 | £165,626 |
| 12 Penge Grove, Birmingham, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2006-03-03 | £180,016 |
| 11 Penge Grove, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2006-02-24 | £172,627 |
B44 9HY 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 B44 9HY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodway Nursery School 5 Goodway Road , Great Barr B44 8RL | 3out of 4 | 2,154 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Perry Beeches Nursery School 256 Beeches Road , Great Barr B42 2PX | 3out of 4 | 2,173 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsh Hill Nursery School 275 Marsh Hill , Erdington B23 7HG | 4out of 4 | 4,345 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Featherstone Nursery School 29 Highcroft Road , Erdington B23 6AU | 3out of 4 | 5,368 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sundridge Primary School Sundridge Road , Kingstanding B44 9NY | 3out of 4 | 191 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Primary School (NC) Bandywood Crescent , B44 9NA | 3out of 4 | 744 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 | 799 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadow View JMI School Frampton Way , Great Barr B43 7UJ | 3out of 4 | 834 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maryvale Catholic Primary School Old Oscott Hill , Kingstanding B44 9AG | 3out of 4 | 1,108 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 1,098 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fortis Academy Aldridge Road , Great Barr B44 8NU | 2out of 4 | 1,327 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barr Beacon School Old Hall Lane , Aldridge WS9 0RF | 4out of 4 | 1,515 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Streetly Academy Queslett Road East , B74 2EX | 2out of 4 | 1,959 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arena Academy Beeches Road , B42 2PY | 1out of 4 | 2,072 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 | 1,198 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 | 1,432 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Coppice View Road , Sutton Coldfield B73 6UE | 3out of 4 | 1,565 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley Smith School Perry Beeches Campus , Beeches Road B42 2PY | 4out of 4 | 2,067 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oscott Academy St Martins's Church Centre , 140 Witton Lodge Road B23 5AP | - not rated | 3,222 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Just Play Hann-made Ltd | 715 Kings Road, Kingstanding | 134 yd | |
| Brookes And Adams Ltd | Shady Lane, Birmingham | 333 yd | |
| Boopathi's Restaurant | 84 Bandywood Road, Birmingham | 405 yd | |
| Munch Brunch | 595 Kings Road, Oscott | 495 yd | |
| Blue Bell Cafe | Collingwood Centre, Collingwood Drive | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown At Kingstanding | The Royal British Legion, Lambeth Road | 271 yd | |
| David Lloyd Leisure Birmingham | Shady Lane, Birmingham | 447 yd | |
| Deers Leap | 797 Queslett Road East, Oscott | 701 yd | |
| Mecca Bingo | Kettlehouse Road, Birmingham | 787 yd | |
| The Sportsmans Rest | The Sportsman Rest, 20 Cooksey Lane | 852 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Cantonese Takeaway | 524 Queslett Road, Streetly | 223 yd | |
| Lambeth Fish Bar | 4 Lambeth Road, Birmingham | 271 yd | |
| Charliee's | 514 Queslett Road, Streetly | 328 yd | |
| one stop | 3 Shady Lane, Birmingham | 350 yd | |
| Best Choice Takeaway | 87 Bandywood Road, Birmingham | 405 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 921 Queslett Road, Birmingham | 571 yd | |
| S K Supermarket | 758 Kingstanding Road, Birmingham | 941 yd | |
| Midlands Co-Operative Society Ltd | 679 Kingstanding Road, Birmingham | 958 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sundridge Primary School SUNDRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 209 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Birmingham) SHADY LANE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 308 yd |
| Collingwood Centre COLLINGWOOD CENTRE COLLINGWOOD CENTRE COLLINGWOOD DRIVE | 623 yd | |
| Cooksey Lane Playing Fields Cooksey Lane | grass pitches | 750 yd |
| Cardinal Wiseman Catholic Technology College OLD OSCOTT HILL | grass pitches, swimming pool | 966 yd |
| Maryvale Catholic Primary School MARYVALE JUNIOR AND INFANTS SCHOOL MARYVALE JUNIOR AND INFANTS SCHOOL OLD OSCOTT HILL | grass pitches | 1,025 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 | 103.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.