Bridle Lane is in Sutton Coldfield and in Walsall district. B74 3HF is located in the Streetly electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aldridge-Brownhills. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bridle Lane, Sutton Coldfield, B74 3HF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B74 3QF, B74 2HY, B74 3QE, B74 2HZ, B74 3QG, B74 2JX, B74 2BZ, B74 3QQ, B74 3HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B74 3HF 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 | 52.7% | 51.5% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.3% | 48.5% | 1.2% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of B74 3HF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.3% 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 | 26.8% | 26.9% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.4% | 52.3% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 8.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 7.8% | 2.3% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 11.4% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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 | 46.6% | 47.3% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -1.1% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 32.2% | -5.3% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 15.5% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3.3% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.9% | 21.6% | 0.7% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 8.8% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 13.4% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 7.2% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.8% | 13.9% | -2.9% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.3% | 32.5% | 10.2% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 6.4% | 2.6% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 93.6% | 88.8% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 7.4% |
| Other | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 1.6% | 4.2% |
In this area, 97.5% 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% | 97.5% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 97.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.7% | 37.2% | -0.5% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 7.2% | 0.9% | 6.3% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridle Lane was 33.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.7% lower than the Aldridge Central and South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bridle Lane has the 34th lowest crime rate of 85 local areas in Aldridge Central and South and the 180th lowest crime rate of 824 local areas in Walsall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 102 Bridle Lane, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2021-12-10 | £425,236 |
| 80 Bridle Lane, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £292,500 | 2021-08-11 | £345,770 |
| 76 Bridle Lane, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-02-26 | £335,075 |
| 74 Bridle Lane, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £342,500 | 2020-10-30 | £441,417 |
| 72 Bridle Lane, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,350 | 2019-09-09 | £374,238 |
B74 3HF 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 B74 3HF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodway Nursery School 5 Goodway Road , Great Barr B44 8RL | 3out of 4 | 4,391 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Perry Beeches Nursery School 256 Beeches Road , Great Barr B42 2PX | 3out of 4 | 4,581 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Streetly Blackwood Road , Streetly B74 3PL | 4out of 4 | 414 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackwood School Blackwood Road , Streetly B74 3PH | 3out of 4 | 657 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lindens Primary School Hundred Acre Road , Streetly B74 2BB | 4out of 4 | 949 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Primary School Briar Avenue , Streetly B74 3HX | 3out of 4 | 965 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadow View JMI School Frampton Way , Great Barr B43 7UJ | 3out of 4 | 1,703 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Streetly Academy Queslett Road East , B74 2EX | 2out of 4 | 996 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barr Beacon School Old Hall Lane , Aldridge WS9 0RF | 4out of 4 | 2,442 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis of Assisi Catholic College Erdington Road , Aldridge WS9 0RN | 3out of 4 | 3,177 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School Old Oscott Hill , Kingstanding B44 9SR | 3out of 4 | 3,282 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldridge School - A Science College Tynings Lane , Aldridge WS9 0BG | 3out of 4 | 3,687 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge School Coppice View Road , Sutton Coldfield B73 6UE | 3out of 4 | 2,480 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG North Birmingham Six Ten Youth & Community Centre , 610 Kingstanding Road B44 9SH | - not rated | 3,490 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oscott Manor School Old Oscott Hill , Kingstanding B44 9SP | 3out of 4 | 3,498 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley Smith School Perry Beeches Campus , Beeches Road B42 2PY | 4out of 4 | 4,471 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley School Trinity Road , B75 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 4,903 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breathe Coffee Lounge | 81 Blackwood Road, Streetly | 454 yd | |
| The Hollies Compass Childrens Home | 91 Chester Road, Streetly | 500 yd | |
| Breakfast Express | 188c Chester Road, Streetly | 513 yd | |
| Indian Nights | 39 Boundary Road, Streetly | 517 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brew House | 49 Boundary Road, Streetly | 520 yd | |
| Farmer John's | Aldridge Road, Streetly | 601 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rickshaw Takeaway | 121 Chester Road, Streetly | 458 yd | |
| Jasmine House | Unit 3, Stockland Court, 121 Chester Road | 461 yd | |
| Blackwood Fish Bar | 85 Blackwood Road, Streetly | 464 yd | |
| Spice Inn | 69 Blackwood Road, Streetly | 464 yd | |
| Streetly Balti | 188 Chester Road, Streetly | 513 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 184 B, Chester Road | 513 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blackwood School BLACKWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 746 yd |
| The Streetly Academy Queslett Road East | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 896 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 237.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 28.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.