Roman Way is in Coleshill, Birmingham and in North Warwickshire district. B46 1HQ is located in the Coleshill North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Warwickshire. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Roman Way, Coleshill, Birmingham, B46 1HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B46 1JA, B46 1HG, B46 1UG, B46 1LB, B46 1UF, B46 1UD, B46 1LR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B46 1HQ 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 | 54.8% | 50.5% | -4.3% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 45.2% | 49.5% | 4.3% | 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 area around B46 1HQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% 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 | 43.9% | 42.6% | -1.3% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.8% | 38.6% | 0.8% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 4% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 9.7% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 5.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 56.2% | 44.8% | -11.4% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 37.6% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 12.4% | 5.0% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 4.8% | 3.4% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 15% | 14.9% | -0.1% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 12.6% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 17.1% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5.1% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.3% | 25.1% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 8.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.3% | 24.6% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -9.2% |
| Other | 6.1% | 0.6% | -5.5% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.9% | 2.9% |
| White | 100% | 91.4% | -8.6% | 81.4% | 10.0% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 95.4% | 92.3% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 4.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 92.3% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 4.3% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roman Way was 191.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 197.1% higher than the Coleshill North average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Roman Way has the 3rd highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Coleshill North and the 21st highest crime rate of 265 local areas in North Warwickshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 13 The Courtyard Roman Way, Birmingham, Warwickshire Other, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-04-17 | £443,918 |
| Unit 27A Roman Way, Birmingham, Warwickshire Other, an established residential building | £711,000 | 2024-03-27 | £750,417 |
| Unit 5 The Courtyard Roman Way, Birmingham, Warwickshire Other, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2023-10-11 | £300,662 |
| Unit 7 The Courtyard Roman Way, Birmingham, Warwickshire Other, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-07-08 | £251,225 |
| Unit 4 The Courtyard Roman Way, Birmingham, Warwickshire Other, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2021-12-21 | £285,152 |
B46 1HQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Meadow Community School High Meadow Community School , Norton Road B46 1ES | 4out of 4 | 970 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Water Orton Primary School Plank Lane , Water Orton B46 1SG | 3out of 4 | 1,939 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coleshill Church of England Primary School Wingfield Road , Coleshill B46 3LL | 3out of 4 | 2,466 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Curdworth Primary School Farthing Lane , Curdworth B76 9HF | 3out of 4 | 2,627 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School Arran Way , Chelmsley Wood B36 0QE | - not rated | 2,687 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smith's Wood Academy Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | 2out of 4 | 2,891 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Hall Academy Water Orton Road , Castle Bromwich B36 9HF | 3out of 4 | 3,575 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Coleshill School Coventry Road , Coleshill B46 3EX | 3out of 4 | 3,607 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst Cooks Lane , Solihull B37 6NU | 1out of 4 | 4,205 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| WMG Academy for Young Engineers (Solihull) Chelmsley Road , Chelmsley Wood B37 5FD | 3out of 4 | 4,311 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland Education Centre Bosworth Wood Campus , Auckland Drive B36 0DD | 1out of 4 | 2,781 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerfield Education Centre Auckland Drive , Smith's Wood B36 0DD | 3out of 4 | 2,884 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Oak School Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | 4out of 4 | 3,047 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merstone School Windward Way , Smith's Wood B36 0UE | 4out of 4 | 3,047 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlewood School Lanchester Way , Castle Bromwich B36 9LF | 2out of 4 | 3,214 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Cantina Cafe | El Cantina Cafe Gorsey Lane | 351 yd | |
| Compass Group 14forty at DHL | Dhl, Hams Hall National Distribution Park Edison Road | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coleshill Bar and Grill | The Coleshill Bar And Grill Station Road | 566 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs PLC | Unit 39, Coleshill Industrial Estate Station Road | 323 yd | |
| Coleshill Tandoori | El Cantina Cafe Gorsey Lane | 351 yd | |
| Jo's Snax | Jack O Watton Industrial Estate Lichfield Road | 996 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grimstock Country House Hotel GILSON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 711 yd |
| Old Saltleians Rugby Football Club (Closed) Watton Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 787 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.