Lime Gardens is in Halesowen and in Dudley district. B63 2FE is located in the Cradley North & Wollescote electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stourbridge. This postcode has been in use since 2015-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lime Gardens, Halesowen, B63 2FE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B63 2FE, B63 2DQ, B63 2XY, B63 2UP, B63 2XZ, B63 2PZ, B63 2YB, B63 2US, B63 2PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B63 2FE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.1% | 50.3% | 4.2% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 53.9% | 49.7% | -4.2% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 29.8% | 24.6% | -5.2% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.8% | 43.7% | -10.1% | 44.2% | -0.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 13.4% | 5.0% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 16% | 10.7% | 6.1% | 9.9% |
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 (59.1%) 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 | 42.5% | 27.9% | -14.6% | 48.4% | -20.5% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 31.2% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 24.4% | 7.5% | 12.7% | 11.7% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 13% | 7.1% | 4.0% | 9.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 B63 2FE this area, 32.3% 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 18.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.3% | 32.3% | 3.0% | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 11.7% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 10.9% | -7.8% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 9.5% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 12.8% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.2% | 18.9% | -3.3% | 33.8% | -14.9% |
| Other | 2.7% | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 98.8% | 96.8% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 99.2% | 97.6% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 97.6% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.2% | 37.2% | -11.0% |
| Christian | 66.2% | 46.2% | 20.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lime Gardens was 103.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.7% higher than the Cradley North & Wollescote average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lime Gardens has the 16th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Cradley North & Wollescote and the 215th highest crime rate of 1,019 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 Lime Gardens, Halesowen, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2021-12-10 | £153,687 |
| 88 Lime Gardens, Halesowen, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £39,750 | 2021-06-16 | £44,385 |
| 106 Lime Gardens, Halesowen, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2017-05-22 | £210,609 |
| 110 Lime Gardens, Halesowen, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £135,000 | 2015-06-01 | £204,210 |
| 94 Lime Gardens, Halesowen, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £150,000 | 2015-03-31 | £232,798 |
B63 2FE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 B63 2FE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 51% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 180 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherton Park Nursery School Netherton Park , Netherton DY2 9QF | 4out of 4 | 3,717 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cradley CofE Primary School Church Road , Cradley B63 2UL | 3out of 4 | 473 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colley Lane Primary Academy Colley Lane , B63 2TN | 2out of 4 | 517 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Quarry Bank Primary School High Street , Quarry Bank DY5 2AD | 2out of 4 | 1,266 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caslon Primary Community School Beeches View Avenue , B63 2ES | 3out of 4 | 1,355 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wollescote Primary School Drummond Road , Wollescote DY9 8YA | 3out of 4 | 1,542 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorns Collegiate Academy Stockwell Avenue , DY5 2NU | 1out of 4 | 1,824 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Forge Academy Wrights Lane , B64 6QU | 3out of 4 | 2,765 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Windsor High School and Sixth Form Richmond Street , B63 4BB | 3out of 4 | 2,841 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pedmore High School Grange Lane , Pedmore DY9 7HS | 3out of 4 | 2,911 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Earls High School Furnace Lane , B63 3SL | 4out of 4 | 3,417 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halesowen College Whittingham Road , B63 3NA | - not rated | 3,257 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI College Stourbridge Lower High Street , DY8 1TD | - not rated | 4,067 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Park School Thorns Road , DY5 2JY | 4out of 4 | 1,641 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Country Wheels School Units 3 & 4 , Gainsborough Trading Estate DY9 7ND | - not rated | 3,113 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westminster School Hawes Lane , B65 9AL | 4out of 4 | 4,148 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glasshouse College Wollaston Road , Amblecote DY8 4HF | - not rated | 4,451 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmfield Rudolf Steiner School Limited 14 Love Lane , DY8 2EA | - not rated | 4,527 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lime Gardens Retirement Village | Benjamin Drive, Cradley | 292 yd | |
| Rainbow Street | 130 Colley Gate, Cradley | 461 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants | Park Road, Cradley | 552 yd | |
| Lyde Green Cafe | 86 Lyde Green, Cradley | 561 yd | |
| Woodland Magic Coffeeshop | 105 Windmill Hill, Cradley | 663 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Widders P H | Barrack Lane, Cradley | 325 yd | |
| Cradley Sports and Social Club | Colley Lane, Cradley | 416 yd | |
| The Vine Inn | 51 Lyde Green, Cradley | 517 yd | |
| Cradley Labour Club | Wilson Hall, Colley Gate | 524 yd | |
| The Laurels Social Club | 100 Windmill Hill, Cradley | 704 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mushy P's Fish and Chips | 89 Colley Lane, Cradley | 498 yd | |
| Chainmakers Fish & Chips | 120 Colley Gate, Cradley | 511 yd | |
| The Cabin Cafe | James Scott Road, Cradley | 524 yd | |
| Lin's Wok | 52a Cradley Road | 755 yd | |
| Saporito Pizza | 68 Windmill Hill, Halesowen | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safebury's | 61-63 Colley Lane, Cradley | 498 yd | |
| Costcutter | Two Gates, Cradley | 944 yd | |
| Lidl | 17 Lower High Street | 1,058 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cradley High School (Closed) Homer Hill | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 47 yd |
| Homer Hill Recreation Ground Slade Road | grass pitches | 209 yd |
| Colley Lane Primary School COLLEY LANE | grass pitches | 387 yd |
| Soccer Zone (Halesowen) Park Road | artificial grass pitch | 751 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 29.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 26.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 38.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 38.9 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.