Tanyard Lane is in Alvechurch, Birmingham and in Bromsgrove district. B48 7LN is located in the Alvechurch Village electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bromsgrove. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tanyard Lane, Alvechurch, Birmingham, B48 7LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B48 7PW, B48 7LL, B48 7LW, B48 7LQ, B48 7PF, B48 7NT, B48 7NH, B48 7NU, B48 7TB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B48 7LN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.5% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.5% | -1.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.6% | 27.8% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.7% | 40.7% | -8.0% | 44.2% | -3.5% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 4.6% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 15.6% | 18.3% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 9.2% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 8.7% | -1.9% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 40.6% | 42.6% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 38.6% | 5.8% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 17% | 13.8% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 4.4% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 0.7% | -2.8% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 B48 7LN this area, 28.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.2% | 28.7% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 7% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 14.3% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.3% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5% | 12.7% | 7.7% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 29.1% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.9% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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 | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| White | 99.1% | 95.7% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 96.1% | 98% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 0.7% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 97% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.2% | 13.5% | 7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tanyard Lane was 96.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.1% higher than the Alvechurch South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tanyard Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Alvechurch South and the 61st highest crime rate of 305 local areas in Bromsgrove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 37.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 66 Tanyard Lane, Birmingham, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £367,000 | 2023-12-20 | £377,590 |
| 4 Tanyard Lane, Birmingham, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-11-05 | £204,978 |
| 10 Tanyard Lane, Birmingham, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2020-03-23 | £450,109 |
| 46 Tanyard Lane, Birmingham, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £299,950 | 2019-03-04 | £386,719 |
| 44 Tanyard Lane, Birmingham, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2017-05-12 | £391,923 |
B48 7LN 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 B48 7LN 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 | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Meadow First School & Nursery Birmingham Road , Alvechurch B48 7TA | 3out of 4 | 302 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE First School Hewell Road , Barnt Green B45 8NG | 4out of 4 | 2,083 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackwell First School St Catherine's Road , Blackwell B60 1BN | 4out of 4 | 3,722 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lickey Hills Primary School and Nursery Old Birmingham Road , Lickey B45 8EU | 3out of 4 | 4,386 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cofton Primary School Wootton Road , West Heath B31 4ST | 2out of 4 | 4,427 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvechurch CofE Middle School Birmingham Road , Alvechurch B48 7TA | 3out of 4 | 302 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Ways School 300 Redhill road , Kings Norton B38 9EL | - not rated | 4,893 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAM FM @ Alvechurch & Meadows School | Birmingham Road, Alvechurch | 268 yd | |
| Ritual | 1 Bear Hill, Alvechurch | 369 yd | |
| New Dilshad Birmingham | 2 Red Lion Street, Alvechurch | 379 yd | |
| The Lounge | 22 The Square, Alvechurch | 394 yd | |
| Gin And Pickles | 21 The Square, Alvechurch | 394 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion | Red Lion Street, Alvechurch | 299 yd | |
| Alvechurch Village Hall | 10 Bear Hill, Alvechurch | 320 yd | |
| The Swan Inn | 12 Swan Street, Alvechurch | 420 yd | |
| The Alvechurch Inn | Radford Road, Alvechurch | 536 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trans Takeaway | 4 Red Lion Street, Alvechurch | 297 yd | |
| Tudor Rose Fish Bar | 2 Bear Hill, Alvechurch | 318 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 24 The Square, Alvechurch | 394 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alvechurch C Of E Middle School (Closed) Tanyard Lane | grass pitches | 86 yd |
| Alvechurch And Hopwood Cricket Club Birmingham Road | grass pitches | 304 yd |
| Alvechurch C Of E Middle School ALVECHURCH C OF E MIDDLE SCHOOL ALVECHURCH C OF E MIDDLE SCHOOL BIRMINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 401 yd |
| Wigan Memorial Ground MEADOW LANE | grass pitches | 495 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.