Four Oaks Common Road is in Sutton Coldfield and in Birmingham district. B74 4NJ 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 Four Oaks Common Road, Sutton Coldfield, B74 4NJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B74 4NL, B74 4QY, B74 4RL, B74 4JA, B74 4QH, B74 4QZ, B74 4NH, B74 4QS, B74 4RJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B74 4NJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 47.4% | 49.1% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 52.6% | 50.9% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 4NJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.1% 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 | 20.2% | 33% | 12.8% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.4% | 52.1% | -13.3% | 44.2% | 7.9% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 5.1% | 7.4% | 2.3% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 6.7% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 (88.5%) 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 | 49.2% | 59.4% | 10.2% | 48.4% | 11.0% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 29.1% | -8.6% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 8.1% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 46.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.3% | 12% | 0.7% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.8% | 8.8% | 1.0% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 15.5% | -5.1% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 14.5% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.7% | 46.3% | 1.6% | 33.8% | 12.5% |
| Other | 4.3% | 0.4% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.9% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 7.9% | 14.2% | 6.3% | 3.1% | 11.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 3% | 2.9% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 1.9% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 3.2% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 84.2% | 75.9% | -8.3% | 81.4% | -5.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.9% 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 | 91.5% | 91.9% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.3% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.9% | 5.5% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 91.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.5% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 0.3% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 76.7% | 15.0% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.7% | 13.5% | -9.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.5% | 37.2% | -3.7% |
| Christian | 50.1% | 46.2% | 3.9% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 11.4% | 0.9% | 10.5% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Four Oaks Common Road was 67.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.2% higher than the Sutton Four Oaks average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Four Oaks Common Road has the 19th highest crime rate of 102 local areas in Sutton Four Oaks and the 1195th lowest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 26.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Four Oaks Common Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2025-03-14 | £427,878 |
| 8 Four Oaks Common Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2023-08-25 | £585,345 |
| 28A Four Oaks Common Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2022-10-10 | £415,357 |
| 28 Four Oaks Common Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2021-06-28 | £460,800 |
| 6 Four Oaks Common Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-03-11 | £410,710 |
B74 4NJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 620 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill West Primary School Clarence Road , Four Oaks B74 4LD | 3out of 4 | 669 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mere Green Primary School Mere Green Road , B75 5BL | 4out of 4 | 1,526 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Aston Primary Academy Forge Lane , Little Aston B74 3BE | - not rated | 1,984 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coppice Primary School Trinity Road , Four Oaks B75 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 2,168 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 | 885 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Vesey's Grammar School Lichfield Road , B74 2NH | 4out of 4 | 3,304 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Streetly Academy Queslett Road East , B74 2EX | 2out of 4 | 3,608 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plantsbrook School Upper Holland Road , B72 1RB | 3out of 4 | 4,498 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls Jockey Road , B73 5PT | 4out of 4 | 4,667 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 | 2,120 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenstone Lodge School Birmingham Road , Shenstone WS14 0LB | - not rated | 4,167 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Coppice View Road , Sutton Coldfield B73 6UE | 3out of 4 | 4,572 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Traders | Butlers Arms, 444 Lichfield Road | 957 yd | |
| Butlers Arms | 444 Lichfield Road, Sutton Trinity | 957 yd | |
| Four Oaks Saints Cricket Club | Clarence Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 1,001 yd | |
| Grannys Pantry | 298 Clarence Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 1,001 yd | |
| Max's Coffee Shop | 310 Clarence Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 1,001 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Inn | Walsall Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 123 yd | |
| Four Oaks P H | The Four Oaks Public House, 62 Belwell Lane | 826 yd | |
| Streetly Lawn Tennis Club Ltd | Park View Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 876 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Takeaway | 66 Walsall Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 90 yd | |
| Hungry Sparrow | 294 Clarence Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 1,001 yd | |
| Chennai Indian & Bangladeshi | 300 Clarence Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 1,001 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 78 Walsall Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 95 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hill West Primary School CLARENCE ROAD | grass pitches | 649 yd |
| Four Oaks Primary School EDGE HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 716 yd |
| Arthur Terry Sports Centre KITTOE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 760 yd |
| Arthur Terry School KITTOE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 839 yd |
| Streetly Lawn Tennis Club PARK VIEW ROAD | tennis courts | 979 yd |
| Four Oaks Saints Cricket Club CLARENCE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,001 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 | 50.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 173.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.