Clarence Road is in Sutton Coldfield and in Birmingham district. B74 4LP is located in the Sutton Mere 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 Clarence Road, Sutton Coldfield, B74 4LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B74 4LG, B74 4UD, B74 4LS, B74 4LH, B74 4LF, B74 4LQ, B74 4LE, B74 4UQ, B74 4LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B74 4LP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 54.5% | 48.5% | -6.0% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 45.5% | 51.5% | 6.0% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 | 27.9% | 35.8% | 7.9% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.7% | 41.5% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -2.7% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 13.4% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 6.1% | -5.6% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.7% | 40.6% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 31.5% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 16.2% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 9.1% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 28.4% | 24.2% | -4.2% | 18.2% | 6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.6% | 9.8% | 2.2% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 15.6% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 3.7% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 12.3% | -0.9% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.9% | 32.8% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -1.0% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.6% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 3.3% | 3.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| White | 90.7% | 77.6% | -13.1% | 81.4% | -3.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 89.6% 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 | 94.7% | 89.6% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 5.2% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 89.6% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.2% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0.3% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 48.5% | 46.2% | 2.3% |
| Hindu | 4.9% | 1.7% | 3.2% |
| Muslim | 5.2% | 6.5% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clarence Road was 13.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.3% lower than the Sutton Four Oaks average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Clarence Road has the 25th lowest crime rate of 102 local areas in Sutton Four Oaks and the 114th lowest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 259 Clarence Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-11-04 | £307,254 |
| Flat 7 Clarence Court, 272 Clarence Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2024-09-27 | £121,744 |
| 281 Clarence Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-03-27 | £320,021 |
| Flat 1 Clarence Court, 272 Clarence Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2023-09-19 | £137,361 |
| Flat 8 Clarence Court, 272 Clarence Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2023-07-31 | £116,148 |
B74 4LP 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 student residents living in B74 4LP area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Four Oaks Primary School Edge Hill Road , Four Oaks B74 4PA | 4out of 4 | 404 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill West Primary School Clarence Road , Four Oaks B74 4LD | 3out of 4 | 431 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Aston Primary Academy Forge Lane , Little Aston B74 3BE | - not rated | 1,411 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mere Green Primary School Mere Green Road , B75 5BL | 4out of 4 | 1,840 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coppice Primary School Trinity Road , Four Oaks B75 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 2,700 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 | 1,331 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Vesey's Grammar School Lichfield Road , B74 2NH | 4out of 4 | 3,965 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Streetly Academy Queslett Road East , B74 2EX | 2out of 4 | 4,243 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis of Assisi Catholic College Erdington Road , Aldridge WS9 0RN | 3out of 4 | 4,699 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Plantsbrook School Upper Holland Road , B72 1RB | 3out of 4 | 5,199 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langley School Trinity Road , B75 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 2,644 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenstone Lodge School Birmingham Road , Shenstone WS14 0LB | - not rated | 3,376 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Coppice View Road , Sutton Coldfield B73 6UE | 3out of 4 | 5,312 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four Oaks Saints Cricket Club | Clarence Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 213 yd | |
| Grannys Pantry | 298 Clarence Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 213 yd | |
| Max's Coffee Shop | 310 Clarence Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 213 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Inn | Walsall Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 804 yd | |
| Aston Wood Golf Club | Blake Street, Little Aston | 864 yd | |
| Quill and Taper | 40 Shelley Drive, Sutton Four Oaks | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hungry Sparrow | 294 Clarence Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 213 yd | |
| Chennai Indian & Bangladeshi | 300 Clarence Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 213 yd | |
| Crown Takeaway | 66 Walsall Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 78 Walsall Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 867 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Four Oaks Saints Cricket Club CLARENCE ROAD | grass pitches | 201 yd |
| Hill West Primary School CLARENCE ROAD | grass pitches | 323 yd |
| Four Oaks Primary School EDGE HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 469 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 | 165.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.