Clarence Gardens is in Sutton Coldfield and in Birmingham district. B74 4AP is located in the Sutton Four Oaks electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sutton Coldfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clarence Gardens, Sutton Coldfield, B74 4AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B74 4AR, B74 4QN, B74 4AG, B74 4AQ, B74 4QJ, B74 4QL, B74 4BA, B74 4QP, B74 4AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B74 4AP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 51.2% | 48.6% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 48.8% | 51.4% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 4AP 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 | 28.2% | 28.5% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.1% | 52.3% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 8.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 9.6% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 7.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 (90.4%) 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 | 56.6% | 60.2% | 3.6% | 48.4% | 11.8% |
| Good health | 31% | 30.2% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 7% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -5.7% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| 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 4AP this area, 8.7% 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 53.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.6% | 8.7% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 5.9% | -8.0% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 14.6% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 1.5% | -2.3% | 5.3% | -3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 13.9% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.3% | 53.3% | 16.0% | 33.8% | 19.5% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.5% 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% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Indian | 3.2% | 4.2% | 1.0% | 3.1% | 1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.6% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| White | 93.9% | 84.5% | -9.4% | 81.4% | 3.1% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 88.1% 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 | 94.4% | 88.1% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 4.9% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 5.4% | 3.4% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.9% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 88.5% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 6.8% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Sikh | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clarence Gardens was 60.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.6% higher than the Sutton Four Oaks average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clarence Gardens has the 22nd highest crime rate of 102 local areas in Sutton Four Oaks and the 1064th lowest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 55.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% 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 Clarence Gardens, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2024-10-11 | £488,392 |
| 12 Clarence Gardens, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2023-08-31 | £528,345 |
| 32 Clarence Gardens, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2022-09-15 | £448,453 |
| 16 Clarence Gardens, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2021-11-22 | £513,703 |
| 16 Clarence Gardens, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2021-11-22 | £513,703 |
B74 4AP 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 | 145 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hill West Primary School Clarence Road , Four Oaks B74 4LD | 3out of 4 | 850 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mere Green Primary School Mere Green Road , B75 5BL | 4out of 4 | 1,008 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Four Oaks Primary School Edge Hill Road , Four Oaks B74 4PA | 4out of 4 | 1,142 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coppice Primary School Trinity Road , Four Oaks B75 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 1,604 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Hall Primary School Rowallan Road , B75 6RE | 4out of 4 | 2,038 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Arthur Terry School Kittoe Road , Four Oaks B74 4RZ | 4out of 4 | 367 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Vesey's Grammar School Lichfield Road , B74 2NH | 4out of 4 | 2,790 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Streetly Academy Queslett Road East , B74 2EX | 2out of 4 | 3,774 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plantsbrook School Upper Holland Road , B72 1RB | 3out of 4 | 4,015 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls Jockey Road , B73 5PT | 4out of 4 | 4,260 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langley School Trinity Road , B75 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 1,555 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenstone Lodge School Birmingham Road , Shenstone WS14 0LB | - not rated | 4,396 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Coppice View Road , Sutton Coldfield B73 6UE | 3out of 4 | 4,565 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Specialist College The Lindridge, Lindridge Road , B75 7JB | - not rated | 5,256 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Traders | Butlers Arms, 444 Lichfield Road | 635 yd | |
| Butlers Arms | 444 Lichfield Road, Sutton Trinity | 635 yd | |
| Flints | Belwell Lane, Birmingham | 662 yd | |
| Romantica Italian Restaurant | 287 Lichfield Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 766 yd | |
| The Funky Bear Mere Green | 93 Hill Village Road, Birmingham | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four Oaks P H | The Four Oaks Public House, 62 Belwell Lane | 271 yd | |
| Crown Inn | Walsall Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 680 yd | |
| Ale Hub - Sutton Coldfield | 4 Hill Village Road, Birmingham | 782 yd | |
| The Mare Pool | Lichfield Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 848 yd | |
| The Old School House | Mere Green Road, Birmingham | 861 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Takeaway | 66 Walsall Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 555 yd | |
| Joe's Pizza | 285A Lichfield Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 740 yd | |
| Mere Green Takeaway | 8 Hill Village Road, Birmingham | 811 yd | |
| Olive Tree Fish Bar | 278A Lichfield Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 887 yd | |
| New Four Seasons Chinese Food | 266 Lichfield Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 78 Walsall Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 607 yd | |
| M&S Simply Food - Unit 1 | 304 Lichfield Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 868 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Arthur Terry Sports Centre KITTOE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 251 yd |
| Arthur Terry School KITTOE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 355 yd |
| Better Gym (Mere Green) LICHFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 884 yd |
| Mere Green Primary School MERE GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 901 yd |
| Hill West Primary School CLARENCE ROAD | grass pitches | 907 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 | 54.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 133.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.