Wheatley Close is in Sutton Coldfield and in Birmingham district. B75 5EJ 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 Wheatley Close, Sutton Coldfield, B75 5EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B75 5EL, B75 5EB, B75 5EN, B75 5EH, B75 5EW, B75 5ER, B75 5BZ, B75 5EA, B75 5BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B75 5EJ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.9% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 59.8% | 58.9% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 7.9% |
| Male | 40.2% | 41.1% | 0.9% | 49.0% | -7.9% |
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 | 29% | 34.2% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.3% | 38.9% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 10.5% | -4.0% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 16.6% | 12.6% | -4.0% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.2% | 34.6% | 2.4% | 48.4% | -13.8% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 34.6% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 24.3% | 20.1% | -4.2% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 7.5% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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 B75 5EJ this area, 28.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.1% | 28.6% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 7.8% | -6.2% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 10.9% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 4.7% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 14.1% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 31.3% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.6% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 4.1% | 2.2% | 3.1% | 1.0% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 3.2% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 3.7% | 3.2% | 1.0% | 2.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 93.5% | 87.6% | -5.9% | 81.4% | 6.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 91.6% 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 | 95.8% | 91.6% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 3.3% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 3.3% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 91.6% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0.5% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wheatley Close was 73.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.0% higher than the Sutton Four Oaks average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Wheatley Close has the 15th highest crime rate of 102 local areas in Sutton Four Oaks and the 1311th lowest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 44.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83 Wheatley Close, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2020-03-06 | £177,203 |
| 83 Wheatley Close, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2013-12-05 | £170,283 |
| 83 Wheatley Close, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2013-05-30 | £133,752 |
| 83 Wheatley Close, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2005-10-28 | £144,135 |
| 83 Wheatley Close, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2002-12-17 | £159,788 |
B75 5EJ 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 retired residents living in B75 5EJ 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%.
| Retired | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mere Green Primary School Mere Green Road , B75 5BL | 4out of 4 | 334 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Hall Primary School Rowallan Road , B75 6RE | 4out of 4 | 844 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Sutton Primary School Worcester Lane , B75 5NL | 4out of 4 | 979 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coppice Primary School Trinity Road , Four Oaks B75 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 1,092 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill West Primary School Clarence Road , Four Oaks B74 4LD | 3out of 4 | 1,604 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 955 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Vesey's Grammar School Lichfield Road , B74 2NH | 4out of 4 | 2,483 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Plantsbrook School Upper Holland Road , B72 1RB | 3out of 4 | 3,752 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfax Fairfax Road , B75 7JT | 3out of 4 | 3,911 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Willmott School Reddicap Heath Road , B75 7DY | 2out of 4 | 4,090 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 1,033 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Specialist College The Lindridge, Lindridge Road , B75 7JB | - not rated | 4,234 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenstone Lodge School Birmingham Road , Shenstone WS14 0LB | - not rated | 4,403 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Community Church | Mere Green Gospel Hall, St James Road | 155 yd | |
| St. James Church Hall | Rear Of St James Church Hall, Mere Green Road | 224 yd | |
| Four Oaks Baptist Church | Grange Lane, Birmingham | 294 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | Unit 13 Mulberry Walk, Mere Green | 462 yd | |
| Hill Social Club | The Hill Allotments, Dugdale Crescent | 464 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pint Pot | The Pint Pot, 50 Tower Road | 155 yd | |
| The Old School House | Mere Green Road, Birmingham | 489 yd | |
| Ale Hub - Sutton Coldfield | 4 Hill Village Road, Birmingham | 561 yd | |
| The Mare Pool | Lichfield Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 595 yd | |
| JD Wetherspoon Mare Pool | 294 Lichfield Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 636 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mere Green Takeaway | 8 Hill Village Road, Birmingham | 512 yd | |
| Joe's Pizza | 285A Lichfield Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 631 yd | |
| Olive Tree Fish Bar | 278A Lichfield Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 645 yd | |
| New Four Seasons Chinese Food | 266 Lichfield Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 691 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 55 Mere Green Road, Birmingham | 186 yd | |
| Sainsburys | 30 Mere Green Road, Birmingham | 269 yd | |
| M&S Simply Food - Unit 1 | 304 Lichfield Road, Sutton Four Oaks | 636 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mere Green Primary School MERE GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 425 yd |
| Better Gym (Mere Green) LICHFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 556 yd |
| Moor Hall Primary School ROWALLAN ROAD | grass pitches | 644 yd |
| Little Sutton Primary School WORCESTER LANE | grass pitches | 904 yd |
| Arthur Terry School KITTOE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 982 yd |
| Arthur Terry Sports Centre KITTOE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,077 yd |
| Coppice Primary School TRINITY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,092 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 | 43.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.