Hillside Avenue is in Halesowen and in Dudley district. B63 2SR is located in the Cradley North & Wollescote electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stourbridge. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillside Avenue, Halesowen, B63 2SR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B63 2SS, B63 2SW, B63 2SP, B63 2TA, B63 2SN, B63 2SH, B63 2SY, B63 2ST, B63 2SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B63 2SR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 54.4% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 47.5% | 45.6% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 | 31.4% | 33.6% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 48.7% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 4.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 0.1% | 2.9% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 7.2% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 38.7% | 41.4% | 2.7% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 36.3% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 17.8% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.3% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
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 17.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.8% | 22.1% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 9.2% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 19.5% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.6% | 23.3% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 17.9% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -15.9% |
| Other | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 88% | 84.2% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 2.8% |
| Arab | 5.8% | 7% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 6.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 95.7% | 94.6% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 3% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 94.6% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.3% | 13.5% | 7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.9% | 37.2% | 4.7% |
| Christian | 40.4% | 46.2% | -5.8% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 12% | 6.5% | 5.5% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillside Avenue was 18.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.5% lower than the Belle Vale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillside Avenue has the 13th lowest crime rate of 86 local areas in Belle Vale and the 132nd lowest crime rate of 1,019 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Hillside Avenue, Halesowen, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-03-01 | £191,317 |
| 7 Hillside Avenue, Halesowen, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-10-27 | £210,924 |
| 26 Hillside Avenue, Halesowen, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2023-10-27 | £187,722 |
| 26 Hillside Avenue, Halesowen, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2020-11-05 | £176,347 |
| 1 Hillside Avenue, Halesowen, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2019-04-05 | £241,122 |
B63 2SR 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 102 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 3,820 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colley Lane Primary Academy Colley Lane , B63 2TN | 2out of 4 | 385 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cradley CofE Primary School Church Road , Cradley B63 2UL | 3out of 4 | 434 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Timbertree Academy Valley Road , B64 7LT | 3out of 4 | 860 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caslon Primary Community School Beeches View Avenue , B63 2ES | 3out of 4 | 1,227 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corngreaves Academy Plant Street , B64 6EZ | 4out of 4 | 1,646 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor High School and Sixth Form Richmond Street , B63 4BB | 3out of 4 | 2,007 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Forge Academy Wrights Lane , B64 6QU | 3out of 4 | 2,298 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Earls High School Furnace Lane , B63 3SL | 4out of 4 | 2,549 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorns Collegiate Academy Stockwell Avenue , DY5 2NU | 1out of 4 | 2,700 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pedmore High School Grange Lane , Pedmore DY9 7HS | 3out of 4 | 3,563 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halesowen College Whittingham Road , B63 3NA | - not rated | 2,380 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI College Stourbridge Lower High Street , DY8 1TD | - not rated | 4,890 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 | 2,517 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westminster School Hawes Lane , B65 9AL | 4out of 4 | 3,695 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Country Wheels School Units 3 & 4 , Gainsborough Trading Estate DY9 7ND | - not rated | 3,829 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Halesbury School Feldon Lane , B62 9DR | 3out of 4 | 4,040 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Primrose Centre Throne Road , B65 9JP | 3out of 4 | 4,934 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vakas Balti | 64 Windmill Hill, Cradley | 372 yd | |
| Chinnar Balti Takeaway & Restaurant | 86 Windmill Hill, Cradley | 386 yd | |
| Woodland Magic Coffeeshop | 105 Windmill Hill, Cradley | 393 yd | |
| Rainbow Street | 130 Colley Gate, Cradley | 538 yd | |
| Lime Gardens Retirement Village | Benjamin Drive, Cradley | 642 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Chop House | 74 Windmill Hill, Cradley, Halesowen | 359 yd | |
| The Laurels Social Club | 100 Windmill Hill, Cradley | 386 yd | |
| The Round of Beef Public House | 33 Windmill Hill, Cradley | 410 yd | |
| Cradley Sports and Social Club | Colley Lane, Cradley | 467 yd | |
| Cradley Labour Club | Wilson Hall, Colley Gate | 478 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saporito Pizza | 68 Windmill Hill, Halesowen | 364 yd | |
| Grill Box | 66 Windmill Hill, Cradley | 372 yd | |
| Chainmakers Fish & Chips | 120 Colley Gate, Cradley | 473 yd | |
| Terry's Plaice | Shop, 3-5 Beecher Road | 551 yd | |
| Mushy P's Fish and Chips | 89 Colley Lane, Cradley | 610 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safebury's | 61-63 Colley Lane, Cradley | 610 yd | |
| Costcutter | Two Gates, Cradley | 972 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Colley Lane Primary School COLLEY LANE | grass pitches | 504 yd |
| Homer Hill Recreation Ground Slade Road | grass pitches | 669 yd |
| Timbertree Academy VALLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 807 yd |
| Cradley High School (Closed) Homer Hill | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 861 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 142.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.