The Pikes is in Rubery, Birmingham and in Birmingham district. B45 9RP is located in the Rubery & Rednal electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birmingham, Northfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Pikes, Rubery, Birmingham, B45 9RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B45 9LB, B45 9RS, B45 9RN, B45 9LA, B45 9RL, B45 9RU, B45 9TG, B45 9TE, B45 9RX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B45 9RP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.3% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.7% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 B45 9RP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48% 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 | 51.7% | 48% | -3.7% | 37.9% | 10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.5% | 25.5% | 4.0% | 44.2% | -18.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 3.8% |
| Divorced | 16.6% | 14.5% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.8% | 36.6% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -11.8% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 30.6% | -6.7% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 21.5% | 7.8% | 12.7% | 8.8% |
| Bad health | 9.4% | 7.9% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 3.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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 B45 9RP this area, 29.4% 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 18.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.4% | 29.4% | -14.0% | 18.2% | 11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 10.8% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 18.6% | 3.0% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.4% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 15.2% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.2% | 18.1% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3.4% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 7.2% | 7.2% | 2.5% | 4.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.4% | 5.7% | 3.3% | 1.0% | 4.7% |
| Other Black | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.9% | 4.9% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 4.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 89.4% | 75% | -14.4% | 81.4% | -6.4% |
In this area, 87.5% 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 | 94.1% | 87.5% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| European Union | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 2.7% | 2.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 86.9% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 7.5% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 1.5% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59% | 76.7% | -17.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| No passport held | 32.7% | 13.5% | 19.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Pikes was 187.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.7% higher than the Frankley Great Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Pikes has the 11th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Frankley Great Park and the 580th highest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 114.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -1.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% 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 The Pikes, Birmingham, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £38,500 | 1998-10-09 | £183,924 |
B45 9RP area has a very high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 11% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Unemployed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rubery Nursery School Leybrook Road , Rubery B45 9PB | 3out of 4 | 1,223 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Heath Nursery School 200 West Heath Road , Northfield B31 3HB | 3out of 4 | 4,345 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenley Fields Nursery School Woodcock Lane , Northfield B31 1BU | 4out of 4 | 4,948 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reaside Academy Tresco Close , Frankley B45 0HY | 3out of 4 | 726 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Catholic Primary School Leach Heath Lane , Rednal B45 9BN | 4out of 4 | 811 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaconside Primary and Nursery School Hazel Road , Rubery B45 9DX | 3out of 4 | 906 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly Hill Methodist CofE Infant School New Street , Rubery B45 0EU | 3out of 4 | 994 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holywell Primary and Nursery School School Road , Rubery B45 9EY | 2out of 4 | 1,009 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward VI Balaam Wood Academy New Street , Frankley B45 0EU | 1out of 4 | 903 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waseley Hills High School School Road , Rubery B45 9EL | 2out of 4 | 1,040 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colmers School and Sixth Form College Bristol Road South , Rednal B45 9NY | 3out of 4 | 1,251 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Turves Green Boys' School Turves Green , Northfield B31 4BS | - not rated | 3,701 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls Turves Green , Northfield B31 4BP | - not rated | 3,888 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catshill Middle School Meadow Road , Catshill B61 0JW | 3out of 4 | 5,268 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Birmingham School The Minerva Centre , Thornthwaite Close B45 0DS | 2out of 4 | 1,658 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Edge Academy 946, Bristol Road South , Northfield B31 2LQ | 1out of 4 | 3,941 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 | 4,543 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria School Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | 4out of 4 | 4,665 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria College Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | - not rated | 4,665 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cake Solution | 169 New Road, Rubery | 298 yd | |
| The Village Kitchen | 147 New Road, Rubery | 317 yd | |
| The Rafters Cafe | Fathers Barn, Rear Of 186-210 New Road | 375 yd | |
| Burger On Fleek | 160 New Road, Rubery | 376 yd | |
| Shaad Shomoy | 123 New Road, Rubery | 417 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rubery Social Club | 141 New Road, Rubery | 352 yd | |
| The Neighbourhood | 160 New Road, Rubery | 376 yd | |
| Rubery Memorial Club | 64 New Road, Rubery | 549 yd | |
| The Coldstream | Arden Road, Longbridge | 842 yd | |
| Toby Jug | Newman Way, Birmingham | 921 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caprinos | 185 New Road, Rubery | 287 yd | |
| Rubery Fish Bar | 161B New Road, Rubery | 305 yd | |
| Greggs | 175 New Road, Rubery | 317 yd | |
| Trimz & Tantrums Childrens Salon | 141A New Road, Rubery | 356 yd | |
| Crystal Chinese | 150 New Road, Rubery | 376 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB Drinks | 149 New Road, Rubery | 317 yd | |
| Co-Op | 182A New Road, Rubery | 376 yd | |
| Heritage Superstore | 20 Arden Road, Longbridge | 842 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Chads Recreation Ground ST. CHADS VICARAGE 160A ST. CHADS VICARAGE 160A NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 500 yd |
| Reaside Playing Fields New Inns Lane | grass pitches | 756 yd |
| Reaside Academy TRESCO CLOSE | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| Balaam Wood School NEW STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 933 yd |
| Holywell Primary School SCHOOL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,065 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 | 75.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.