The Crescent is in Shirley, Solihull and in Solihull district. B90 2ES is located in the Shirley West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Solihull. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Crescent, Shirley, Solihull, B90 2ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B90 2ET, B90 2DU, B90 2DY, B90 2DX, B90 2EB, B90 2BW, B28 0QS, B90 2EP, B90 2FF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B90 2ES, 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 | 53.6% | 52% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 46.4% | 48% | 1.6% | 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 | 32.7% | 36.4% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.9% | 47.5% | -5.4% | 44.2% | 3.3% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.1% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 4.9% | 7.5% | 2.6% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 6.4% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 48.4% | 53.2% | 4.8% | 48.4% | 4.8% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 31.5% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 12.2% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 19.8% | 13.2% | -6.6% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 7.5% | -8.8% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 16% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 20.3% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.1% | 37.4% | 9.3% | 33.8% | 3.6% |
| Other | 5.7% | 2.5% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 57.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 5.5% | 11% | 5.5% | 3.1% | 7.9% |
| Pakistani | 11% | 20.1% | 9.1% | 2.7% | 17.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 75.7% | 57.9% | -17.8% | 81.4% | -23.5% |
| Other | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 79.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 79.1% | -10.5% | 83.2% | -4.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 5.5% | 4.9% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.1% | 11% | 2.9% | 5.6% | 5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.7% | 79.1% | -9.6% | 83.2% | -4.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 16.9% | 16.3% | 9.8% | 7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.3% | 0.3% | -9.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 5.2% | 13.5% | -8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.7% | 37.2% | -8.5% |
| Christian | 30% | 46.2% | -16.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 4.9% | 1.7% | 3.2% |
| Muslim | 19% | 6.5% | 12.5% |
| Sikh | 8% | 0.9% | 7.1% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Crescent was 45.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.0% lower than the Shirley West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Crescent has the 16th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Shirley West and the 325th lowest crime rate of 675 local areas in Solihull .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 The Crescent, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £393,000 | 2023-11-24 | £398,524 |
| 10 The Crescent, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-07-25 | £325,151 |
| 35 The Crescent, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-04-19 | £355,276 |
| 20 The Crescent, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2023-03-31 | £356,058 |
| 19 The Crescent, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-01-06 | £262,600 |
B90 2ES 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 student residents living in B90 2ES area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 120 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highters Heath Nursery School 11 School Road , Warstock B14 4BH | 3out of 4 | 2,678 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haslucks Green School Haslucks Green Road , Shirley B90 2EJ | 3out of 4 | 436 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilcote Primary School Chilcote Close , B28 0PB | 4out of 4 | 600 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School 841 Shirley Road , Hall Green B28 9JJ | 4out of 4 | 988 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Robin Hood Academy Pitmaston Road , Hall Green B28 9PP | 3out of 4 | 1,138 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Primary Academy, St James Halifax Road , Shirley B90 2BT | 4out of 4 | 1,152 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church, Church of England Secondary Academy 6 Dale View Road , B14 4HN | - not rated | 2,084 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Light Hall School Hathaway Road , Shirley B90 2PZ | 2out of 4 | 2,103 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley School Kineton Green Road , Olton B92 7ER | 3out of 4 | 2,218 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Green School Southam Road , Hall Green B28 0AA | 3out of 4 | 2,233 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ninestiles, an Academy Hartfield Crescent , Acocks Green B27 7QG | 4out of 4 | 2,796 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solihull College & University Centre Blossomfield Campus , Blossomfield Road B91 1SB | - not rated | 3,323 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sixth Form College, Solihull Widney Manor Road , B91 3WR | - not rated | 4,836 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosslyn School and Day Nursery 1597 Stratford Road , Hall Green B28 9JB | - not rated | 484 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood School St James Place , Shirley B90 2BA | - not rated | 1,298 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Oak School Hazel Oak Road , Shirley B90 2AZ | 4out of 4 | 1,335 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reynalds Cross School Kineton Green Road , Olton B92 7ER | 3out of 4 | 2,076 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire Ap School Hall Green Baptist Church , 1250 Stratford Road B28 9EJ | - not rated | 2,164 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Tandoori Restaurant | 130 Stratford Road, Shirley | 433 yd | |
| Kairos Coffee | Trinity Place, 144 Stratford Road | 443 yd | |
| Dosa Village | 135 Stratford Road, Shirley | 471 yd | |
| Coffee Roaster | 143 Stratford Road, Shirley | 492 yd | |
| Subway | 146 Stratford Road, Shirley | 493 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lion Sport And Eat | 171 Stratford Road, Shirley | 574 yd | |
| The Baldwin (Hungry Horse) | The Baldwin, Baldwins Lane | 617 yd | |
| Saracens Head | 208 Stratford Road, Shirley | 735 yd | |
| Old Edwardians Sports Club | Streetsbrook Road, Solihull | 936 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa Johns Pizza | 122 Stratford Road, Shirley | 411 yd | |
| Good Wok | 124 Stratford Road, Shirley | 421 yd | |
| Tug's | 15 Stratford Road, Shirley | 423 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 137 Stratford Road, Shirley | 475 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 152 Stratford Road, Shirley | 507 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 21-35 Stratford Road, Shirley | 465 yd | |
| Co-Op | 122 Haslucks Green Road, Shirley | 572 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 240-244 Stratford Road, Shirley | 864 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | 267-271 Stratford Road, Shirley | 924 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Gym (Shirley Solihull) Stratford Road | health and fitness suite | 399 yd |
| Shirley Park PARKGATE MEWS | grass pitches, tennis courts | 721 yd |
| Palmers Rough Recreation Ground JACEY ROAD | grass pitches | 983 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.