Salisbury Grove is in Sutton Coldfield and in Birmingham district. B72 1XY is located in the Sutton Wylde Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sutton Coldfield. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Salisbury Grove, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1XY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B72 1YF, B72 1YT, B72 1XZ, B72 1YE, B72 1YY, B72 1YB, B72 1BJ, B72 1XE, B72 1BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B72 1XY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 53.9% | 48.7% | -5.2% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 46.1% | 51.3% | 5.2% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 1XY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.4% 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 | 21% | 21.1% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -16.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.2% | 64.4% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 20.2% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7% | 6.9% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 7% | 7.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 46.4% | 47.7% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 36.3% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 12% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.5% | 12.6% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 6.9% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 9.2% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 6.9% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 16.8% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.5% | 45% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 11.2% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 8.2% | 13.3% | 5.1% | 3.1% | 10.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.1% | 77% | -9.1% | 81.4% | -4.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 80.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.7% | 80.5% | -12.2% | 83.2% | -2.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 6.3% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 3% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 7.6% | 4.8% | 5.6% | 2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 81% | -10.5% | 83.2% | -2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 15.3% | 15.0% | 9.8% | 5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.2% | 0.3% | -7.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Ireland | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.3% | 37.2% | -13.9% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Hindu | 6.3% | 1.7% | 4.6% |
| Muslim | 6.3% | 6.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 5% | 0.9% | 4.1% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Salisbury Grove was 31.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.4% lower than the Erdington average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Salisbury Grove has the 28th lowest crime rate of 164 local areas in Erdington and the 457th lowest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 24.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Salisbury Grove, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £357,500 | 2023-01-16 | £350,708 |
| 4 Salisbury Grove, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £545,000 | 2022-10-14 | £537,872 |
| 1 Salisbury Grove, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2022-08-26 | £505,670 |
| 7 Salisbury Grove, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £388,000 | 2021-09-21 | £434,507 |
| 5 Salisbury Grove, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £382,000 | 2021-06-23 | £429,750 |
B72 1XY 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 B72 1XY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osborne Nursery School Station Road , Erdington B23 6UB | 3out of 4 | 1,767 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Vale Nursery School Yatesbury Avenue , Castle Vale B35 6DU | 4out of 4 | 2,791 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Featherstone Nursery School 29 Highcroft Road , Erdington B23 6AU | 3out of 4 | 2,910 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsh Hill Nursery School 275 Marsh Hill , Erdington B23 7HG | 4out of 4 | 4,084 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goodway Nursery School 5 Goodway Road , Great Barr B44 8RL | 3out of 4 | 5,024 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penns Primary School Berwood Road , B72 1BS | 3out of 4 | 517 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wylde Green Primary School Green Lanes , B73 5JL | 3out of 4 | 825 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yenton Primary School Chester Road , Erdington B24 0ED | 3out of 4 | 830 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Catholic Primary School Sutton Road , B23 6QL | - not rated | 1,469 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maney Hill Primary School Maney Hill Road , B72 1JU | 4out of 4 | 1,698 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edmund Campion Catholic School Sutton Road , Erdington B23 5XA | - not rated | 1,142 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Walsh Catholic School Wylde Green Road , B76 1QT | 3out of 4 | 1,406 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls Jockey Road , B73 5PT | 4out of 4 | 2,255 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Plantsbrook School Upper Holland Road , B72 1RB | 3out of 4 | 2,659 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Erdington Academy Kingsbury Road , Erdington B24 8RE | 2out of 4 | 3,045 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Shrubbery School Ltd Walmley Ash Road , B76 1HY | - not rated | 1,598 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highclare School 10 Sutton Road , Erdington B23 6QL | - not rated | 1,649 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Imedia School 85 Summer Road , Erdington B23 6UT | - not rated | 2,228 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensbury School Wood End Road , B24 8BL | - not rated | 2,875 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ebn Academy 2 10 High Street , Castle Vale B35 7PR | 3out of 4 | 3,167 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allendale Dining | Walmley Golf Club, Brooks Road | 438 yd | |
| Shakehouse | 415 Birmingham Road, Sutton New Hall | 652 yd | |
| Coffee Cup | 421 Birmingham Road, Sutton New Hall | 669 yd | |
| Burger Boi | 423 Birmingham Road, Sutton New Hall | 669 yd | |
| Jahed | 425 Birmingham Road, Sutton New Hall | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walmley Golf Club | Brooks Road, Birmingham | 689 yd | |
| Verdo Lounge Cafe Bar | 430 Birmingham Road, Sutton New Hall | 753 yd | |
| The Yenton | Sutton Road, Birmingham | 799 yd | |
| The Digby | The Digby, 911 Chester Road | 980 yd | |
| Walmley Cricket Club | Eldon Drive, Birmingham | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HongKong House | 401 Birmingham Road, Sutton New Hall | 647 yd | |
| Sushi Bistro | 419 Birmingham Road, Sutton New Hall | 669 yd | |
| Pepe's Piri Piri | 439 Birmingham Road, Sutton New Hall | 672 yd | |
| Atlantis Fish Bar | 408 Birmingham Road, Sutton New Hall | 753 yd | |
| Tasty Pizza | 716 Chester Road, Erdington | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co Operative | 443-447 Birmingham Road, Sutton New Hall | 669 yd | |
| Sainsburys Local | 346 Birmingham Road, Sutton New Hall | 687 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alcoa Sports Ground (Closed) Chatsworth Close | grass pitches | 375 yd |
| Penns Primary School BERWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 433 yd |
| Walmley Golf Club BROOKS ROAD | golf | 465 yd |
| Penns Lane Sports Ground OLDACRE CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 612 yd |
| Lakeside Active Health PENNS LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 749 yd |
| Wylde Green Primary School GREEN LANES | grass pitches | 939 yd |
| John Findlay Memorial Ground ELDON DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,048 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 | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 160.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.