Bridle Lane is in Sutton Coldfield and in Walsall district. B74 3QU 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 3QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B74 3HQ, B74 2EJ, B74 2DS, B74 2FP, B74 3SU, B74 3TH, B74 3TE, B74 2BE, B74 3QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B74 3QU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.7% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.3% | 0.1% | 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 | 27.2% | 35.1% | 7.9% | 37.9% | -2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.7% | 48.8% | -11.9% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.7% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 5.4% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.5% | 55.4% | 8.9% | 48.4% | 7.0% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 31% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 9.4% | -4.0% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 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.
In the area around B74 3QU this area, 9.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.1% | 9.9% | -10.2% | 18.2% | -8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 12.8% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 16% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 8.6% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.4% | 19.8% | 1.4% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.9% | 30% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -3.8% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.6% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 4.2% | 1.9% | 3.1% | 1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.3% | 89.6% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 8.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 94% | 96.5% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 3% | 1.7% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 96.5% | 3.5% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.9% | 76.7% | 14.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 57.1% | 46.2% | 10.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridle Lane was 65.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 142.8% higher than the Streetly average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bridle Lane has the 2nd highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Streetly and the 408th highest crime rate of 824 local areas in Walsall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 72.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175 Bridle Lane, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £252,000 | 2024-02-27 | £266,955 |
| 173 Bridle Lane, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2022-12-16 | £444,941 |
| 179 Bridle Lane, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2022-10-12 | £602,849 |
| 173 Bridle Lane, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2018-12-20 | £468,308 |
| 193 Bridle Lane, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2015-09-18 | £305,515 |
B74 3QU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 102 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 4,236 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Perry Beeches Nursery School 256 Beeches Road , Great Barr B42 2PX | 3out of 4 | 4,288 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 | 731 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackwood School Blackwood Road , Streetly B74 3PH | 3out of 4 | 813 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lindens Primary School Hundred Acre Road , Streetly B74 2BB | 4out of 4 | 938 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadow View JMI School Frampton Way , Great Barr B43 7UJ | 3out of 4 | 1,383 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Primary School Briar Avenue , Streetly B74 3HX | 3out of 4 | 1,418 yd | Foundation 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 | 1,191 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barr Beacon School Old Hall Lane , Aldridge WS9 0RF | 4out of 4 | 2,003 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School Old Oscott Hill , Kingstanding B44 9SR | 3out of 4 | 3,123 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis of Assisi Catholic College Erdington Road , Aldridge WS9 0RN | 3out of 4 | 3,186 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fortis Academy Aldridge Road , Great Barr B44 8NU | 2out of 4 | 3,464 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 | 2,517 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oscott Manor School Old Oscott Hill , Kingstanding B44 9SP | 3out of 4 | 3,310 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG North Birmingham Six Ten Youth & Community Centre , 610 Kingstanding Road B44 9SH | - not rated | 3,368 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley Smith School Perry Beeches Campus , Beeches Road B42 2PY | 4out of 4 | 4,175 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oscott Academy St Martins's Church Centre , 140 Witton Lodge Road B23 5AP | - not rated | 4,955 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Nights | 39 Boundary Road, Streetly | 732 yd | |
| Breathe Coffee Lounge | 81 Blackwood Road, Streetly | 753 yd | |
| The Hollies Compass Childrens Home | 91 Chester Road, Streetly | 923 yd | |
| Breakfast Express | 188c Chester Road, Streetly | 940 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmer John's | Aldridge Road, Streetly | 291 yd | |
| Brew House | 49 Boundary Road, Streetly | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Streetly Takeaway | 43 Boundary Road, Streetly | 732 yd | |
| Blackwood Fish Bar | 85 Blackwood Road, Streetly | 760 yd | |
| Spice Inn | 69 Blackwood Road, Streetly | 760 yd | |
| Rickshaw Takeaway | 121 Chester Road, Streetly | 915 yd | |
| Jasmine House | Unit 3, Stockland Court, 121 Chester Road | 921 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 184 B, Chester Road | 940 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blackwood School BLACKWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 849 yd |
| The Streetly Academy Queslett Road East | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,076 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 | 129.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 159.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.