Rea Avenue is in Rubery, Birmingham and in Bromsgrove district. B45 9SR is located in the Rubery North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bromsgrove. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rea Avenue, Rubery, Birmingham, B45 9SR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B45 9SS, B45 9ST, B45 9EU, B45 9US, B45 9ES, B45 9TL, B45 9HQ, B45 9TN, B45 9SU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B45 9SR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.4% | 50.5% | 2.1% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51.6% | 49.5% | -2.1% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of B45 9SR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.6% | 28% | 7.4% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.3% | 59.2% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 15.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 4.8% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 7.6% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.8% | 52.7% | 8.9% | 48.4% | 4.3% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 33% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 10.8% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.2% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 28.6% | 15.9% | -12.7% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 9.2% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 15.9% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 7.6% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 21.9% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 27.1% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -6.7% |
| Other | 7.3% | 2.4% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.7% | 97.4% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 96.4% | 96.2% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 96.2% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.3% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.7% | 37.2% | -5.5% |
| Christian | 63.2% | 46.2% | 17.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rea Avenue was 9.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.0% lower than the Marlbrook average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rea Avenue has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Marlbrook and the 16th lowest crime rate of 305 local areas in Bromsgrove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 23.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Rea Avenue, Birmingham, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-12-15 | £329,234 |
| 11 Rea Avenue, Birmingham, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2023-08-30 | £306,563 |
| 17 Rea Avenue, Birmingham, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-08-19 | £326,204 |
| 39 Rea Avenue, Birmingham, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-10-15 | £301,110 |
| 33 Rea Avenue, Birmingham, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-03-05 | £301,986 |
B45 9SR 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 B45 9SR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rubery Nursery School Leybrook Road , Rubery B45 9PB | 3out of 4 | 1,849 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Heath Nursery School 200 West Heath Road , Northfield B31 3HB | 3out of 4 | 4,967 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenley Fields Nursery School Woodcock Lane , Northfield B31 1BU | 4out of 4 | 5,312 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holywell Primary and Nursery School School Road , Rubery B45 9EY | 2out of 4 | 505 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reaside Academy Tresco Close , Frankley B45 0HY | 3out of 4 | 649 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaconside Primary and Nursery School Hazel Road , Rubery B45 9DX | 3out of 4 | 969 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly Hill Methodist CofE Infant School New Street , Rubery B45 0EU | 3out of 4 | 1,294 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Catholic Primary School Leach Heath Lane , Rednal B45 9BN | 4out of 4 | 1,351 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waseley Hills High School School Road , Rubery B45 9EL | 2out of 4 | 673 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI Balaam Wood Academy New Street , Frankley B45 0EU | 1out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colmers School and Sixth Form College Bristol Road South , Rednal B45 9NY | 3out of 4 | 1,877 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Turves Green Boys' School Turves Green , Northfield B31 4BS | - not rated | 4,326 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls Turves Green , Northfield B31 4BP | - not rated | 4,507 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 | 4,937 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 | 2,121 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Edge Academy 946, Bristol Road South , Northfield B31 2LQ | 1out of 4 | 4,507 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadsgrove Educational Trust Specialist College Meadow Road , Catshill B61 0JL | - not rated | 4,997 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadsgrove School Meadow Road , Catshill B61 0JL | 4out of 4 | 5,011 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longwill A Primary School for Deaf Children Bell Hill , Northfield B31 1LD | 3out of 4 | 5,056 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi 45 | 87 New Road, Rubery | 587 yd | |
| Annie's Caribbean Kitchen | 117 New Road, Rubery | 617 yd | |
| Shaad Shomoy | 123 New Road, Rubery | 625 yd | |
| Bano Phool Balti | Band Phool Balti House, 116 - 118 New Road | 649 yd | |
| The Village Kitchen | 147 New Road, Rubery | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rubery Memorial Club | 64 New Road, Rubery | 610 yd | |
| Rubery Social Club | 141 New Road, Rubery | 641 yd | |
| The Neighbourhood | 160 New Road, Rubery | 809 yd | |
| Lickey Banker | Ormond Road, Birmingham | 911 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Original Dessert | 109B New Road, Rubery | 608 yd | |
| Original Cottage/Dragon Hut | 109 New Road, Rubery | 609 yd | |
| The Ruby | 115 New Road, Rubery | 609 yd | |
| Sea Queen Fish Bar | 107 New Road, Rubery | 609 yd | |
| American Hut Ltd | 129 New Road, Rubery | 631 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB Drinks | 149 New Road, Rubery | 697 yd | |
| Co-Op | 182A New Road, Rubery | 809 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Reaside Playing Fields New Inns Lane | grass pitches | 436 yd |
| Holywell Primary School SCHOOL ROAD | grass pitches | 508 yd |
| Reaside Academy TRESCO CLOSE | grass pitches | 650 yd |
| Waseley Hills High School SCHOOL ROAD | grass pitches | 656 yd |
| St Chads Recreation Ground ST. CHADS VICARAGE 160A ST. CHADS VICARAGE 160A NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 850 yd |
| Rubery Community And Leisure Centre HOLYWELL LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 967 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 | 48.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 193.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.