Quarry Hill is in Wilnecote, Tamworth and in Tamworth district. B77 5BU is located in the Wilnecote electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tamworth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Quarry Hill, Wilnecote, Tamworth, B77 5BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B77 5TR, B77 5PY, B77 5PZ, B77 4NE, B77 4LT, B77 5TA, B77 5PN, B77 5AY, B77 4NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B77 5BU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 50% | 52% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 50% | 48% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 | 31.6% | 35.8% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.9% | 49.6% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 8.4% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 (85.1%) 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 | 49.4% | 49.5% | 0.1% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 35.6% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 9.9% | 2.5% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.4% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 23.6% | 18.5% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 8.7% | -9.5% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 18.1% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.3% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 19.2% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 30.8% | 13.3% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 4.4% | 0.4% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.6% | 0.3% | -4.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 88.7% | 92.3% | 3.6% | 81.4% | 10.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 93.9% | 94.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 94.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 9.3% | 13.5% | -4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 49.2% | 46.2% | 3.0% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Sikh | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Quarry Hill was 79.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.1% higher than the Stonydelph average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Quarry Hill has the 5th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Stonydelph and the 79th highest crime rate of 248 local areas in Tamworth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Glenwood Cottage Quarry Hill, Tamworth, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2018-10-26 | £105,829 |
B77 5BU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 144 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamworth Early Years Centre Basin Lane , B77 2AH | - not rated | 3,596 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three Peaks School Fossdale Road , Wilnecote B77 4HN | - not rated | 885 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Peaks Primary Academy Fossdale Road , Wilnecote B77 4HN | 3out of 4 | 885 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfields Infant Academy Saxon Close , Wilnecote B77 5LU | 3out of 4 | 1,009 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfields Infant School Saxon Close , Wilnecote B77 5LU | - not rated | 1,009 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dales Community Junior School Fossdale Road , Wilnecote B77 4HN | - not rated | 1,020 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polesworth County Middle School Birchwood Avenue , Dordon B78 1QU | - not rated | 2,299 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nethersole's CofE Middle School High Street , Polesworth B78 1DZ | - not rated | 3,582 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilnecote High School Tinkers Green Road , Wilnecote B77 5LF | - not rated | 1,076 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wilnecote School Tinkers Green Road , Wilnecote B77 5LF | 3out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lift Tamworth Birds Bush Road , Belgrave B77 2NE | - not rated | 1,864 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belgrave High School Birds Bush Road , Belgrave B77 2NE | - not rated | 1,864 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Polesworth School Dordon Road , Dordon B78 1QT | - not rated | 2,322 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamworth and Lichfield College Croft Street , Upper Gungate B79 8AE | - not rated | 5,122 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form Ashby Road , B79 8AA | - not rated | 5,191 yd | Academy 16 to 19 sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two Rivers High School Torc Campus , Silver Link Road B77 2HJ | 4out of 4 | 1,565 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Rivers High School Torc Campus , Silver Link Road B77 2HJ | - not rated | 1,565 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Rivers Primary School Quince , B77 4EN | - not rated | 2,784 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Rivers Primary School Quince , Amington B77 4EN | 4out of 4 | 2,784 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kettlebrook Short Stay School Tame Street , Kettlebrook B77 1AL | 3out of 4 | 3,780 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Centurion | THE CENTURION PUBLIC HOUSE CENTURION WAY, WILNECOTE | 236 yd | |
| Burger King | Tamworth Motorway Services Area Green Lane | 801 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Tamworth Motorway Services Area Green Lane | 801 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilnecote Sports & Recreation Association | Brook Avenue, Wilnecote | 868 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Tamworth Motorway Services Area Green Lane | 801 yd | |
| KFC | Tamworth Motorway Services Area Green Lane | 801 yd | |
| Pret (Tamworth Services) | Tamworth Motorway Services Area Green Lane | 801 yd | |
| Wilnecote Fish Bar | 1 Shelton Street | 911 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Tamworth Motorway Services Area Green Lane | 801 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wilnecote Sport & Recreational Association SPORTS CLUB & SOCIAL CLUB SPORTS CLUB & SOCIAL CLUB BROOK AVENUE | grass pitches | 881 yd |
| Three Peaks Primary Academy FOSSDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,051 yd |
| Wilnecote Community Leisure Centre WILNECOTE LEISURE CENTRE WILNECOTE LEISURE CENTRE TINKERS GREEN ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,076 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.