The Larches is in Kingsbury, Tamworth and in North Warwickshire district. B78 2PA is located in the Kingsbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Warwickshire. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Larches, Kingsbury, Tamworth, B78 2PA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B78 2PQ, B78 2PH, B78 2PB, B78 2PL, B78 2PG, B78 2PJ, B78 2PE, B78 2PP, B78 2PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B78 2PA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 50% | 49% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around B78 2PA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.5% | 45.4% | 9.9% | 37.9% | 7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.1% | 35.2% | -10.9% | 44.2% | -9.0% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 12.8% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 4.1% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.1% | 46.9% | -10.2% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 37.7% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 7.9% | 11.7% | 3.8% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 17.1% | 15.3% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 15.8% | 2.9% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 13.8% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 9.2% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.6% | 20.9% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.7% | 23.5% | -3.2% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.5% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.6% | 97.9% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 97.7% | 94.6% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 5% | 3.9% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 94.6% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82% | 76.7% | 5.3% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.6% | 37.2% | 13.4% |
| Christian | 44.8% | 46.2% | -1.4% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Larches was 17.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.7% lower than the Curdworth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Larches has the 4th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Curdworth and the 17th lowest crime rate of 265 local areas in North Warwickshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 The Larches, Tamworth, Warwickshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-10-18 | £230,684 |
| 12 The Larches, Tamworth, Warwickshire Terraced, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2024-02-23 | £182,042 |
| 1 The Larches, Tamworth, Warwickshire Terraced, an established residential building | £194,000 | 2023-11-17 | £199,176 |
| 10 The Larches, Tamworth, Warwickshire Other, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-11-09 | £180,537 |
| 4 The Larches, Tamworth, Warwickshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-09-24 | £204,135 |
B78 2PA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsbury Primary School Bromage Avenue , Kingsbury B78 2HW | 3out of 4 | 734 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood End Primary School Wood Street , Wood End CV9 2QL | 3out of 4 | 2,689 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dosthill Primary School High Street , Dosthill B77 1LQ | 1out of 4 | 2,978 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurley Primary School Heanley Lane , Hurley CV9 2HY | 3out of 4 | 3,608 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfields Infant Academy Saxon Close , Wilnecote B77 5LU | - not rated | 3,709 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsbury School - A Specialist Science and Mathematics Academy Tamworth Road , Kingsbury B78 2LF | 3out of 4 | 895 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wilnecote School Tinkers Green Road , Wilnecote B77 5LF | 2out of 4 | 4,018 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tamworth Enterprise College and AET Academy Birds Bush Road , Belgrave B77 2NE | 2out of 4 | 5,245 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill House School Riverside Studios, Coventry Road , B78 2NP | - not rated | 1,852 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Rivers High School Torc Campus , Silver Link Road B77 2HJ | 4out of 4 | 5,345 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsbury Village Cafe Ltd | 12, Jubilee Court Pear Tree Avenue | 996 yd | |
| Top Scoff | 5, Jubilee Court Pear Tree Avenue | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Swan | The White Swan Coventry Road | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Fish Bar | 10 Tamworth Road | 917 yd | |
| Pizza Blaze | Unit B, Swan Court Coventry Road | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 109 Tamworth Road | 701 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sycamore Road THE FIRS | grass pitches | 248 yd |
| Kingsbury Methodist Church Hall TAMWORTH ROAD | 782 yd | |
| Kingsbury School TAMWORTH ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 886 yd |
| Kingsbury Youth Centre & Sports Hall PEAR TREE AVENUE | 1,026 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 | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| 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 | 73.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.