Redwood Drive is in Kingsbury, Tamworth and in North Warwickshire district. B78 2PP is located in the Kingsbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Warwickshire. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Redwood Drive, Kingsbury, Tamworth, B78 2PP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B78 2PQ, B78 2PB, B78 2PJ, B78 2PA, B78 2PL, B78 2PH, B78 2PF, B78 2PG, B78 2PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B78 2PP has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.2% | 47.4% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 52.8% | 52.6% | -0.2% | 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 B78 2PP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.9% 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 | 31.6% | 27.7% | -3.9% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.2% | 54.9% | 1.7% | 44.2% | 10.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 10.2% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 5.3% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 (87.9%) 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 | 58.7% | 50.3% | -8.4% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 37.6% | 7.2% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 7.5% | 9.2% | 1.7% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 16% | 11.4% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 11.4% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 18.3% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.8% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.3% | 17.9% | -0.4% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.6% | 34.2% | 10.6% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 94.7% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 98.4% | 94.4% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 94.4% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Redwood Drive was 86.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.8% lower than the Curdworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Redwood Drive has the 11th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Curdworth and the 102nd highest crime rate of 265 local areas in North Warwickshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Redwood Drive, Tamworth, Warwickshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-03-14 | £230,913 |
| 9 Redwood Drive, Tamworth, Warwickshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-09-23 | £291,621 |
| 11 Redwood Drive, Tamworth, Warwickshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-01-08 | £198,150 |
| 2 Redwood Drive, Tamworth, Warwickshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2019-06-04 | £283,508 |
| 21 Redwood Drive, Tamworth, Warwickshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2018-12-13 | £274,600 |
B78 2PP area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
B78 2PP 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 | 110 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Other | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsbury Primary School Bromage Avenue , Kingsbury B78 2HW | 3out of 4 | 884 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood End Primary School Wood Street , Wood End CV9 2QL | 3out of 4 | 2,709 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dosthill Primary School High Street , Dosthill B77 1LQ | 1out of 4 | 2,809 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfields Infant Academy Saxon Close , Wilnecote B77 5LU | - not rated | 3,578 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurley Primary School Heanley Lane , Hurley CV9 2HY | 3out of 4 | 3,737 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,053 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wilnecote School Tinkers Green Road , Wilnecote B77 5LF | 2out of 4 | 3,878 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tamworth Enterprise College and AET Academy Birds Bush Road , Belgrave B77 2NE | 2out of 4 | 5,093 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 | 2,019 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 | 5,200 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Malt House | The Malt House Tamworth Road, Cliff | 1,039 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Fish Bar | 10 Tamworth Road | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 109 Tamworth Road | 853 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sycamore Road THE FIRS | grass pitches | 419 yd |
| Kingsbury Methodist Church Hall TAMWORTH ROAD | 939 yd | |
| Kingsbury School TAMWORTH ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,035 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 61 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 61 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.78 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.