Patterton Drive is in Sutton Coldfield and in Birmingham district. B76 1GQ 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 Patterton Drive, Sutton Coldfield, B76 1GQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B76 1GT, B76 1GU, B76 1PU, B76 1GX, B76 1GJ, B76 1JA, B76 1GH, B76 1GY, B76 1GP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B76 1GQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.5% | 51.9% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 45.5% | 48.1% | 2.6% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 B76 1GQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.7% 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 | 23.4% | 22.5% | -0.9% | 37.9% | -15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.5% | 56.7% | 2.2% | 44.2% | 12.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 4.9% | 5.4% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 15.2% | 15% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 8.9% |
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 | 48.7% | 37.6% | -11.1% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 37.6% | 6.3% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 21.3% | 7.5% | 12.7% | 8.6% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.5% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 27% | 24.7% | -2.3% | 18.2% | 6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 7.5% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 8.4% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.3% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 14.6% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.5% | 31.8% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -2.0% |
| Other | 2.9% | 6.7% | 3.8% | 2.8% | 3.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.1% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 94.5% | 91.1% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 9.7% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 95.3% | 92.7% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 92.7% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.6% | 6.2% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 0% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.7% | 76.7% | 14.0% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.1% | 37.2% | -17.1% |
| Christian | 69.9% | 46.2% | 23.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Sikh | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Patterton Drive was 24.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.8% lower than the Sutton Reddicap average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Patterton Drive has the 30th lowest crime rate of 109 local areas in Sutton Reddicap and the 317th lowest crime rate of 3,061 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Patterton Drive, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £474,000 | 2025-02-14 | £474,000 |
| 4 Patterton Drive, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2024-08-29 | £529,649 |
| 1 Patterton Drive, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2024-02-29 | £555,815 |
| 8 Patterton Drive, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2022-09-29 | £531,075 |
| 2 Patterton Drive, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2021-04-09 | £392,430 |
B76 1GQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 1GQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 111 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| 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 | 2,331 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Osborne Nursery School Station Road , Erdington B23 6UB | 3out of 4 | 3,434 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Featherstone Nursery School 29 Highcroft Road , Erdington B23 6AU | 3out of 4 | 4,586 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walmley Junior School Walmley Ash Road , B76 1JB | - not rated | 447 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walmley Infant School Walmley Ash Road , Walmley B76 1JB | 3out of 4 | 447 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanery Church of England Primary School Fox Hollies Road , Walmley B76 2RD | - not rated | 539 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Deanery CofE Infant School Fox Hollies Road , Walmley B76 2RD | - not rated | 539 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanery Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Fox Hollies Road , Walmley B76 2RD | - not rated | 539 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindridge Junior School Langley Hall Drive , B75 7NQ | - not rated | 3,462 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Water Orton Middle School Vicarage Lane , Water Orton B46 1RX | - not rated | 5,151 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Walsh Catholic School Wylde Green Road , B76 1QT | - not rated | 1,634 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Walsh Catholic School Wylde Green Road , B76 1QT | 3out of 4 | 1,634 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lift Greenwood Farnborough Road , B35 7NL | 3out of 4 | 2,399 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Vale Performing Arts College Farnborough Road , Castle Vale B35 7NL | - not rated | 2,399 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Royal Sutton School Reddicap Heath Road , B75 7DY | 3out of 4 | 2,682 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josiah Mason College Slade Road , B23 7JH | - not rated | 5,380 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Shrubbery School Ltd Walmley Ash Road , B76 1HY | - not rated | 244 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ebn Academy 2 10 High Street , Castle Vale B35 7PR | 3out of 4 | 2,196 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wylde Green College 245 Birmingham Road , B72 1EA | - not rated | 2,368 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Inspirations Independent School 81 Sutton Road , B23 5XA | - not rated | 2,828 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Underwood School Rowden Drive , Erdington B23 5UL | - not rated | 2,887 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munchies of Sutton | 37 Walmley Ash Road, Birmingham | 144 yd | |
| Walmley Library | Walmley Branch Library, Walmley Road | 551 yd | |
| Club Cappuccino | Walmley Social Club, Fox Hollies Road | 589 yd | |
| Mytime Active | Pype Hayes Municipal Golf Course, Eachelhurst Road | 784 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oak | Oak N Ash, 86 Calder Drive | 206 yd | |
| Fox Inn | Walmley Road, Sutton New Hall | 551 yd | |
| Walmley Cricket Club | Eldon Drive, Birmingham | 686 yd | |
| Sutton Coldfield Rugby Football Club | Sutton Coldfield Rugby Football Club, Sutton Coldfield Recre, 160 Walmley Road | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suttons Fish Bar | 42 Walmley Road, Sutton New Hall | 472 yd | |
| Walmley Fish and Chip Deli Takeaway | 11 Walmley Close, Birmingham | 502 yd | |
| Pizza Palace | 7, Berkeley House | 569 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Local | 92 Calder Drive, Birmingham | 206 yd | |
| Co-Op | 4 Walmley Close, Birmingham | 502 yd | |
| KVK Supermarket Ltd | 243-245 Eachelhurst Road, Sutton New Hall | 1,029 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Deanery C Of E Primary School FOX HOLLIES ROAD | grass pitches | 519 yd |
| Walmley Junior School WALMLEY ASH ROAD | grass pitches | 521 yd |
| Walmley Social Club FOX HOLLIES ROAD | 521 yd | |
| John Findlay Memorial Ground ELDON DRIVE | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| Sutton Rugby Club (Birmingham) WALMLEY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 875 yd |
| Lakeside Active Health PENNS LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 991 yd |
| Pype Hayes Golf Course EACHELHURST ROAD | golf, health and fitness suite | 1,000 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 | 88.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 154 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.