Hollywood Lane is in Hollywood, Birmingham and in Bromsgrove district. B47 5PP is located in the Hollywood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bromsgrove. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hollywood Lane, Hollywood, Birmingham, B47 5PP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B47 5PN, B47 5NP, B47 5NN, B47 5PS, B47 5NH, B47 5JY, B47 5NB, B47 5BN, B47 5NS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B47 5PP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.4% | 49.3% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 52.6% | 50.7% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 B47 5PP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64% 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 | 20.3% | 22.4% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.9% | 64% | -0.9% | 44.2% | 19.8% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 5% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -4.1% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 6.6% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 (86.1%) 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 | 49.4% | 56.5% | 7.1% | 48.4% | 8.1% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 29.6% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 10.8% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 2.2% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 26% | 17.5% | -8.5% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 7.3% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 11.2% | -6.4% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 5.9% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 20.8% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.3% | 34.7% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 0.9% |
| Other | 5.4% | 2.6% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96.8% | 89% | -7.8% | 81.4% | 7.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 99.7% | 93% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 93% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34% | 37.2% | -3.2% |
| Christian | 57% | 46.2% | 10.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hollywood Lane was 25.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.5% lower than the Drakes Cross average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hollywood Lane has the 9th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Drakes Cross and the 90th lowest crime rate of 305 local areas in Bromsgrove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Hollywood Lane, Birmingham, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2017-11-06 | £576,793 |
| 11 Hollywood Lane, Birmingham, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2014-08-11 | £430,970 |
| Gay Hill Golf Club Hollywood Lane, Birmingham, Worcestershire Other, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2013-11-22 | £1,243,185 |
| 17 Hollywood Lane, Birmingham, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £304,050 | 2006-02-24 | £532,751 |
| 15 Hollywood Lane, Birmingham, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £164,950 | 2001-05-11 | £514,316 |
B47 5PP 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 retired residents living in B47 5PP 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%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highters Heath Nursery School 11 School Road , Warstock B14 4BH | 3out of 4 | 2,084 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allens Croft Nursery School Allens Croft Road , Kings Heath B14 6RP | 4out of 4 | 3,750 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Norton Nursery School Westhill Road , Kings Norton B38 8SY | 4out of 4 | 4,352 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollywood Primary School Pickenham Road , Hollywood B14 4TG | 3out of 4 | 737 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coppice Primary School Shawhurst Lane , Hollywood B47 5JN | 3out of 4 | 950 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Jude's Catholic Primary School St Jude's Close , Maypole B14 5PD | 3out of 4 | 1,216 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Primary School Bells Lane , Druids Heath B14 5RY | 3out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grendon Primary School Grendon Road , Kings Heath B14 4RB | 3out of 4 | 1,783 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodrush High School Shawhurst Lane , B47 5JW | 3out of 4 | 1,109 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church, Church of England Secondary Academy 6 Dale View Road , B14 4HN | - not rated | 2,416 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Heath Boys Chamberlain Road , Kings Heath B13 0QP | 3out of 4 | 3,192 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Light Hall School Hathaway Road , Shirley B90 2PZ | 2out of 4 | 3,784 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheelers Lane Technology College Wheelers Lane , Kings Heath B13 0SF | 4out of 4 | 3,817 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Kings Academy Shannon Road , Kings Norton B38 9DE | 3out of 4 | 3,694 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindsworth School Monyhull Hall Road , Kings Norton B30 3QA | 3out of 4 | 2,401 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Oak School Hazel Oak Road , Shirley B90 2AZ | 4out of 4 | 3,585 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dame Ellen Pinsent School Ardencote Road , Kings Heath B13 0RW | 4out of 4 | 3,694 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood School St James Place , Shirley B90 2BA | - not rated | 4,240 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosslyn School and Day Nursery 1597 Stratford Road , Hall Green B28 9JB | - not rated | 4,486 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monsoon | 75 May Lane, Hollywood | 699 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Packhorse | Alcester Road, Hollywood | 619 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollywood Fish Bar | 63 May Lane, Hollywood | 699 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 71 May Lane, Hollywood | 699 yd | |
| Subway Maypole | 12 Maypole Lane, Birmingham | 1,061 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 71 Alcester Road, Hollywood | 100 yd | |
| Sainsburys Maypole | Sainsburys, 1059-1061 Alcester Road South | 989 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hollywood Golf Club Ltd HOLLYWOOD LANE | golf | 112 yd |
| Hollywood Primary School (Closed) Pickenham Road | grass pitches | 760 yd |
| Fit For Free (Birmingham) (Closed) Alcester Road South | health and fitness suite | 911 yd |
| Woodrush Community Hub SHAWHURST LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,049 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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.