First Avenue is in Minworth, Sutton Coldfield and in Birmingham district. B76 1BA is located in the Sutton Walmley & Minworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sutton Coldfield. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about First Avenue, Minworth, Sutton Coldfield, B76 1BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B35 6AG, B76 1AH, B76 1AL, B35 6HT, B35 6HP, B35 6HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B76 1BA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.6% of residents 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 | 56.9% | 54.6% | -2.3% | 51.0% | 3.6% |
| Male | 43.1% | 45.4% | 2.3% | 49.0% | -3.6% |
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 B76 1BA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.3% 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 | 38.3% | 27.4% | -10.9% | 37.9% | -10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.4% | 55.3% | 14.9% | 44.2% | 11.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0.9% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 7.1% | -4.8% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 8.8% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 50.7% | 47.8% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 31.5% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 14.1% | 4.4% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 6.3% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 23% | 22.9% | -0.1% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 11% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.6% | 11% | -11.6% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 7% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 11% | -0.9% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 33.5% | 12.2% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.5% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| White | 91% | 87.1% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 5.7% |
| Other | 0.3% | 4.1% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
In this area, 90.1% 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 | 94.5% | 90.1% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 5.5% | 3.8% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 90.1% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.9% | 37.2% | -9.3% |
| Christian | 62.9% | 46.2% | 16.7% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Sikh | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around First Avenue was 18.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.3% lower than the Sutton Walmley & Minworth average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
First Avenue has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Sutton Walmley & Minworth and the 195th lowest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 100.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 First Avenue, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £2,000,000 | 2021-03-18 | £2,191,304 |
| 2 First Avenue, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £2,000,000 | 2019-11-20 | £2,411,483 |
| 1 First Avenue, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £4,000,000 | 2019-11-14 | £4,822,967 |
| Services Machinery & Trucks Ltd First Avenue, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £96,914 | 2018-11-13 | £115,336 |
| Unit 1 First Avenue, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £7,400,000 | 2018-07-06 | £9,019,589 |
B76 1BA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in B76 1BA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Vale Nursery School Yatesbury Avenue , Castle Vale B35 6DU | 4out of 4 | 1,158 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Osborne Nursery School Station Road , Erdington B23 6UB | 3out of 4 | 3,526 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Featherstone Nursery School 29 Highcroft Road , Erdington B23 6AU | 3out of 4 | 4,584 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Washwood Heath Nursery School 201 Sladefield Road , Ward End B8 2SY | 4out of 4 | 5,410 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gerard's RC Junior and Infant School Yatesbury Avenue , Castle Vale B35 6LB | 3out of 4 | 708 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pegasus Primary Academy Turnhouse Road , Castle Vale B35 6PR | 2out of 4 | 859 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walmley Junior School Walmley Ash Road , B76 1JB | 4out of 4 | 901 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walmley Infant School Walmley Ash Road , Walmley B76 1JB | 3out of 4 | 901 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Topcliffe Primary School Hawkinge Drive , Castle Vale B35 6BS | 3out of 4 | 953 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Academy Farnborough Road , B35 7NL | 2out of 4 | 1,115 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Hall Academy Water Orton Road , Castle Bromwich B36 9HF | 3out of 4 | 2,761 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Walsh Catholic School Wylde Green Road , B76 1QT | 3out of 4 | 2,822 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund Campion Catholic School Sutton Road , Erdington B23 5XA | - not rated | 3,037 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hodge Hill Girls' School Bromford Road , Hodge Hill B36 8EY | 3out of 4 | 3,736 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washwood Heath Academy Burney Lane , Stechford B8 2AS | 3out of 4 | 5,072 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ebn Academy 2 10 High Street , Castle Vale B35 7PR | 3out of 4 | 899 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Shrubbery School Ltd Walmley Ash Road , B76 1HY | - not rated | 1,409 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlewood School Lanchester Way , Castle Bromwich B36 9LF | 2out of 4 | 3,160 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highclare School 10 Sutton Road , Erdington B23 6QL | - not rated | 3,456 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerfield Education Centre Auckland Drive , Smith's Wood B36 0DD | 3out of 4 | 3,665 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butties Cafe | 21-23 Forge Lane, Birmingham | 280 yd | |
| The Meeting Place | St Gerards Church Centre, Turnhouse Road | 591 yd | |
| Burger and Sauce | Unit 8, Castle Vale Retail Park | 645 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Costa Coffee DT, Minworth Industrial Park | 650 yd | |
| Youngstars Community Hub | Spitfire House, 10 High Street | 819 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Gerards Church Centre | Turnhouse Road, Birmingham | 742 yd | |
| Boat | Old Kingsbury Road, Birmingham | 912 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wing Wo Takeaway | 40 High Street, Tyburn | 827 yd | |
| Castle Vale Fish Bar | 30 High Street, Tyburn | 827 yd | |
| BamTuk | Asda Stores Ltd, Walmley Ash Road | 865 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Stores Ltd, Walmley Ash Road | 865 yd | |
| KVK Supermarket Ltd | 243-245 Eachelhurst Road, Sutton New Hall | 869 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Walmley Junior School WALMLEY ASH ROAD | grass pitches | 910 yd |
| Greenwood Academy (Closed) Farnborough Road | health and fitness suite | 1,022 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 | 11.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 11.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 11.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 11.1% |
| 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 | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 88.9% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.