Whitehead Drive is in Minworth, Sutton Coldfield and in Birmingham district. B76 9AN is located in the Sutton Walmley & Minworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sutton Coldfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Whitehead Drive, Minworth, Sutton Coldfield, B76 9AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B76 9AL, B76 9AU, B76 9AX, B76 9RA, B76 9AW, B76 9AG, B76 9RD, B76 9RB, B76 9BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B76 9AN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 55.5% | 53.7% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 44.5% | 46.3% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 32.5% | 35.5% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.6% | 37.2% | -1.4% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 17.5% | 6.3% | 9.1% | 8.4% |
| Widowed | 16.2% | 7.1% | -9.1% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.7%) 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 | 33.5% | 33.3% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -15.1% |
| Good health | 27.1% | 36.4% | 9.3% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 25.7% | 18.2% | -7.5% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 7.8% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 5.5% | 4.3% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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 B76 9AN this area, 34.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.6% | 34.4% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 16.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 7.1% | -9.1% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 15.3% | 3.6% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 6.6% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 13.7% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 19.7% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -14.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.3% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.2% | 4.3% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 3.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 0.9% | 5.6% |
| White | 96.3% | 85.7% | -10.6% | 81.4% | 4.3% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.3% 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 | 99.5% | 91.3% | -8.2% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 91.3% | -6.9% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.9% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Whitehead Drive was 149.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 215.4% higher than the Sutton Walmley & Minworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Whitehead Drive has the 3rd highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Sutton Walmley & Minworth and the 829th highest crime rate of 3,083 local areas in Birmingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 93.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -1.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Whitehead Drive, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-11-15 | £298,519 |
| 14 Whitehead Drive, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-03-30 | £329,816 |
| 8 Whitehead Drive, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-01-06 | £327,600 |
| 15 Whitehead Drive, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2020-01-17 | £234,489 |
| 9 Whitehead Drive, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2018-11-09 | £255,273 |
B76 9AN 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 B76 9AN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 2,316 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Osborne Nursery School Station Road , Erdington B23 6UB | 3out of 4 | 4,985 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minworth Junior and Infant School Water Orton Lane , Minworth B76 9BU | 2out of 4 | 369 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pegasus Primary Academy Turnhouse Road , Castle Vale B35 6PR | 2out of 4 | 1,500 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gerard's RC Junior and Infant School Yatesbury Avenue , Castle Vale B35 6LB | 3out of 4 | 1,564 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walmley Junior School Walmley Ash Road , B76 1JB | 4out of 4 | 1,641 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walmley Infant School Walmley Ash Road , Walmley B76 1JB | 3out of 4 | 1,641 yd | Foundation school | Yes | 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 | 1,563 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Hall Academy Water Orton Road , Castle Bromwich B36 9HF | 3out of 4 | 2,354 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Walsh Catholic School Wylde Green Road , B76 1QT | 3out of 4 | 3,647 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Willmott School Reddicap Heath Road , B75 7DY | 2out of 4 | 4,073 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfax Fairfax Road , B75 7JT | 3out of 4 | 4,248 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,581 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Shrubbery School Ltd Walmley Ash Road , B76 1HY | - not rated | 2,268 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlewood School Lanchester Way , Castle Bromwich B36 9LF | 2out of 4 | 2,629 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerfield Education Centre Auckland Drive , Smith's Wood B36 0DD | 3out of 4 | 3,064 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Auckland Education Centre Bosworth Wood Campus , Auckland Drive B36 0DD | 1out of 4 | 3,112 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sportsco Football Club | Wishaw Lane Playing Fields, Wishaw Lane | 269 yd | |
| Eurest Foodservice | 24 Whitmoor Drive, Birmingham | 555 yd | |
| B and M Retail | B And M, Walmley Ash Road | 680 yd | |
| Wickes Building Supplies Ltd | Walmley Ash Road, Birmingham | 682 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Costa Coffee DT, Minworth Industrial Park | 847 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hare And Hounds | Kingsbury Road, Sutton New Hall | 361 yd | |
| Minworth Social Club And Institute Ltd | Robinsons Way, Birmingham | 449 yd | |
| Boat | Old Kingsbury Road, Birmingham | 572 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BamTuk | Asda Stores Ltd, Walmley Ash Road | 863 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Stores Ltd, Walmley Ash Road | 863 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wishaw Lane WISHAW LANE PLAYING FIELDS WISHAW LANE PLAYING FIELDS WISHAW LANE | grass pitches | 297 yd |
| Midpoint Park (Closed) Water Orton Lane | grass pitches | 408 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 | 67.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 160.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.