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Birmingham Road is in Sutton Coldfield and in Birmingham district. B72 1LU is located in the Sutton Wylde Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sutton Coldfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Birmingham Road, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: B72 1LT, B73 6HN, B73 5PU, B72 1LS, B72 1LA, B73 6HP, B72 1LP, B73 5PE, B72 1JJ.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B72 1LU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female52.3%52.3%0.0% 51.0% 1.3%
Male47.7%47.7%0.0% 49.0% -1.3%

Partnership Status

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 B72 1LU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.1% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single35.6%29%-6.6% 37.9% -8.9%
Married: Opposite sex54.2%58.1%3.9% 44.2% 13.9%
Separated0.7%1.4%0.7% 2.2% -0.8%
Divorced3.4%7.2%3.8% 9.1% -1.9%
Widowed6.1%4.3%-1.8% 6.1% -1.8%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health59.8%48.6%-11.2% 48.4% 0.2%
Good health28.4%37.5%9.1% 33.6% 3.9%
Fair health8.6%10.9%2.3% 12.7% -1.8%
Bad health2%2.4%0.4% 4.0% -1.6%
Very bad health1.1%0.6%-0.5% 1.2% -0.6%

Education and Qualifications

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 B72 1LU this area, 7.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 49.8%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications8.5%7.9%-0.6% 18.2% -10.3%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 10.2%7.2%-3.0% 9.6% -2.4%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels16.6%17%0.4% 13.4% 3.6%
Apprenticeship4.4%2.2%-2.2% 5.3% -3.1%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels13.2%14.4%1.2% 16.9% -2.5%
Degree or Similar45.4%49.8%4.4% 33.8% 16.0%
Other1.7%1.4%-0.3% 2.8% -1.4%

Culture

Ethnic Group

This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Bangladeshi0.3%0%-0.3% 1.1% -1.1%
Chinese0.3%0.3%0.0% 0.7% -0.4%
Indian4%6.6%2.6% 3.1% 3.5%
Pakistani0.3%3.6%3.3% 2.7% 0.9%
Other Asian0.6%0.9%0.3% 1.6% -0.7%
Black African0%2.7%2.7% 2.5% 0.2%
Black Caribbean1.1%2.4%1.3% 1.0% 1.4%
Mixed White and Asian1.4%1.5%0.1% 0.8% 0.7%
Mixed White and African0.3%0.3%0.0% 0.4% -0.1%
Mixed White and Caribbean0.3%2.1%1.8% 0.9% 1.2%
Mixed Other1.4%0.3%-1.1% 0.8% -0.5%
White89.7%79%-10.7% 81.4% -2.4%
Arab0.3%0%-0.3% 0.6% -0.6%
Other0%0.3%0.3% 1.6% -1.3%

Country of Birth

In this area, 90.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom92.2%90.9%-1.3% 83.2% 7.7%
European Union2.3%2.4%0.1% 6.1% -3.7%
Rest of Europe0.3%0%-0.3% 0.8% -0.8%
Africa1.7%2.4%0.7% 2.7% -0.3%
Middle East and Asia2%3%1.0% 5.6% -2.6%
The Americas and the Caribbean1.1%1.2%0.1% 1.3% -0.1%
Oceania0.3%0%-0.3% 0.3% -0.3%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK91.7%90.9%-0.8% 83.2% 7.7%
10+ Years1.7%6.9%5.2% 9.8% -2.9%
5-10 Years0.3%0.6%0.3% 2.9% -2.3%
2-5 Years0.3%1.5%1.2% 2.2% -0.7%
Less than 2 years6%0%-6.0% 1.9% -1.9%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom91.2% 76.7% 14.5%
Ireland1.5% 0.6% 0.9%
Other EU countries0.3% 1.5% -1.2%
South and Eastern Africa0.6% 0.2% 0.4%
No passport held6.3% 13.5% -7.2%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion30.4% 37.2% -6.8%
Christian50.6% 46.2% 4.4%
Buddhist0.9% 0.5% 0.4%
Hindu2.4% 1.7% 0.7%
Muslim4.2% 6.5% -2.3%
Sikh3.3% 0.9% 2.4%
Other religion0.6% 0.6% 0.0%
Not answered7.5% 6.0% 1.5%

Safety

Is Birmingham Road dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birmingham Road was 39.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.8% lower than the Sutton Reddicap average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

Birmingham Road has the 51st lowest crime rate of 109 local areas in Sutton Reddicap and the 620th lowest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.0%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£54,000
Income Rank
8/10

Household Income in B72 1LU, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Birmingham Road are based on 691 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Birmingham.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Birmingham Road, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1LU

Estimated Average Property Prices for B72 1LU

Average Price
£680,300
Semi-Detached
£674,990
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£681,117
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Birmingham Road

Average Price
£392,249
Semi-Detached
£591,414
Terraced
£510,533
Detached
£680,011
Flats/Maisonettes
£227,672
Other
£936,609

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Birmingham Road

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
111 Birmingham Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
Detached, an established residential building
£615,0002024-09-30 £618,785
103 Birmingham Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
Detached, an established residential building
£760,0002023-08-04 £766,249
91A Birmingham Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
Detached, an established residential building
£375,0002023-03-31 £373,857
109 Birmingham Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
Detached, an established residential building
£684,0002021-09-30 £765,986
99 Birmingham Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
Detached, an established residential building
£550,0002021-01-08 £643,087
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for B72 1LU

Employment

The percentage of student residents living in B72 1LU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee86
Retired73
Part-Time Employee33
Self-Employed30
Student (economically inactive)23
Unemployed10
Looking after home or family9
Other8
Full-Time Student (with or without job)6
Long-Term Sick or disabled3

Employment Industry

Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles32
Education29
Human health and social work activities19
Professional, scientific and technical activities17
Manufacturing16
Construction16
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security13
Administrative and support service activities11
Financial and insurance activities10
Accommodation and food service activities9
Other8
Transport and storage7
Real estate activities6
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1
Information and communication1
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 1

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Osborne Nursery School
Station Road , Erdington B23 6UB
3out of 4 3,351 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Featherstone Nursery School
29 Highcroft Road , Erdington B23 6AU
3out of 4 4,192 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Goodway Nursery School
5 Goodway Road , Great Barr B44 8RL
3out of 4 4,650 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Marsh Hill Nursery School
275 Marsh Hill , Erdington B23 7HG
4out of 4 4,759 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Castle Vale Nursery School
Yatesbury Avenue , Castle Vale B35 6DU
4out of 4 4,940 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Holland House Infant School and Nursery
Holland Road , B72 1RE
4out of 4 718 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Town Junior School
Ebrook Road , B72 1NX
2out of 4 943 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
St Nicholas Catholic Primary School
Jockey Road , B73 5US
4out of 4 984 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Maney Hill Primary School
Maney Hill Road , B72 1JU
4out of 4 1,049 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Boldmere Junior School
Cofield Road , Boldmere B73 5SD
4out of 4 1,593 yd Community school No Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls
Jockey Road , B73 5PT
4out of 4 63 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Girls More About School
Plantsbrook School
Upper Holland Road , B72 1RB
3out of 4 936 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Bishop Walsh Catholic School
Wylde Green Road , B76 1QT
3out of 4 1,556 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Bishop Vesey's Grammar School
Lichfield Road , B74 2NH
4out of 4 1,860 yd Academy converter No Boys More About School
Fairfax
Fairfax Road , B75 7JT
3out of 4 2,467 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
The Shrubbery School Ltd
Walmley Ash Road , B76 1HY
- not rated 2,979 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Highclare School
10 Sutton Road , Erdington B23 6QL
- not rated 3,240 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Langley School
Trinity Road , B75 6TJ
3out of 4 3,249 yd Foundation special school Yes Mixed More About School
Oscott Academy
St Martins's Church Centre , 140 Witton Lodge Road B23 5AP
- not rated 3,443 yd Other independent school No Mixed More About School
The Bridge School
Coppice View Road , Sutton Coldfield B73 6UE
3out of 4 3,527 yd Academy special converter Yes Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Dilshad Restaurant28 Beeches Walk, Birmingham88 yd
Turk Nazz22A Beeches Walk, Birmingham89 yd
Sushido4 Beeches Walk, Birmingham96 yd
Farina Restaurant12 Beeches Walk, Birmingham96 yd
Turk Naz22 Beeches Walk, Birmingham96 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Horse & JockeyHorse And Jockey, 90 Birmingham Road242 yd
Elmsdale Social ClubElms Road, Sutton Trinity432 yd
Bottle Of Sack2 Birmingham Road, Sutton Vesey508 yd
Sutton Coldfield Hard Courts ClubHighbridge Road, Birmingham512 yd
Duke Inn P HFlat, The Duke, 12 Duke Street620 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Beeches Walk Takeaway30 Beeches Walk, Birmingham96 yd
New Moon Chinese Takeaway65 Birmingham Road, Sutton Trinity512 yd
Teddy Bear Bubble Tea40 Birmingham Road, Sutton Trinity515 yd
Pitalicious3 Birmingham Road, Sutton Trinity706 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Iceland Foods PlcIceland Foods Plc, 11 Maney Corner395 yd
TescoManey Corner, Maney Corner395 yd
Sutton Mini Market32-34 Birmingham Road, Sutton Trinity535 yd
Aldi101 Parade, Sutton Trinity942 yd
Waitrose83 Parade, Sutton Trinity964 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Sutton Coldfield Grammar School For Girls
JOCKEY ROAD
grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts182 yd
Sutton Coldfield Tennis And Squash Club
HIGHBRIDGE ROAD
health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts407 yd
Sutton Coldfield Town Football Club
CENTRAL GROUND CENTRAL GROUND COLES LANE
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches673 yd
Monmouth Drive
MONMOUTH DRIVE
grass pitches705 yd
Town Junior School
EBROOK ROAD
grass pitches873 yd
Plantsbrook School
UPPER HOLLAND ROAD
grass pitches, health and fitness suite878 yd
Maney Hill Primary School
MANEY HILL ROAD
grass pitches930 yd
Braemar Road Playing Fields
MONMOUTH DRIVE
grass pitches993 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed100 Mbit/s
Average download speed288.7 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed1000 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed1000 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed20 Mbit/s
Average upload speed26.4 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed115 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.