Briar Coppice is in Cheswick Green, Solihull and in Solihull district. B90 4GD is located in the Blythe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meriden. This postcode has been in use since 2000-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Briar Coppice, Cheswick Green, Solihull, B90 4GD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B90 4DW, B90 4HT, B90 4ET, B90 4HP, B90 4HU, B90 4HL, B90 4HQ, B90 4HS, B90 4HJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B90 4GD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 51% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 49.9% | 49% | -0.9% | 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 vicinity of B90 4GD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.5% 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 | 25.2% | 30.1% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57% | 52.5% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 8.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 10% | 10.9% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 6.2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 (86.6%) 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 | 54.3% | 48.5% | -5.8% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 38.1% | 7.3% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 9.8% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 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 | 15.2% | 14.1% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 12.3% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 13% | -5.5% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 4.7% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 18.5% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.7% | 35.9% | 5.2% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.2% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 97.9% | 97.3% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 97.3% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 76.7% | 13.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 58.3% | 46.2% | 12.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Briar Coppice was 53.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.5% lower than the Blythe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Briar Coppice has the 30th highest crime rate of 93 local areas in Blythe and the 308th highest crime rate of 675 local areas in Solihull .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Briar Coppice, Solihull, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £299,950 | 2012-12-20 | £533,125 |
B90 4GD 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheswick Green Primary School Cheswick Way , Cheswick Green B90 4HG | 3out of 4 | 294 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patricks Church of England Primary Academy Salter Street , Earlswood B94 6DE | 3out of 4 | 1,214 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dickens Heath Community Primary School Three Acres Lane , Dickens Heath B90 1NA | 3out of 4 | 2,262 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Primary School Stratford Road , Shirley B90 4AY | - not rated | 2,280 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkspath Junior and Infant School Farmhouse Way , Shirley B90 4EH | 3out of 4 | 2,330 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Hall School Hathaway Road , Shirley B90 2PZ | 2out of 4 | 2,738 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy, Solihull Dingle Lane , B91 3PD | 4out of 4 | 3,314 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderbrook School Blossomfield Road , B91 1SN | 3out of 4 | 3,378 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Whitefields Road , B91 3NZ | - not rated | 3,552 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodrush High School Shawhurst Lane , B47 5JW | 3out of 4 | 5,024 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 | 3,898 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sixth Form College, Solihull Widney Manor Road , B91 3WR | - not rated | 4,306 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solihull Alternative Provision Academy Cranmore Avenue , Shirley B90 4LE | - not rated | 2,393 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood School St James Place , Shirley B90 2BA | - not rated | 3,486 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Oak School Hazel Oak Road , Shirley B90 2AZ | 4out of 4 | 3,544 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eversfield Preparatory School Warwick Road , B91 1AT | - not rated | 5,169 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruckleigh School 17 Lode Lane , B91 2AB | - not rated | 5,173 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bangla Lounge | 18 Cheswick Way, Cheswick Green | 369 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saxon | The Saxon, Cheswick Way | 374 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Earlswood Cricket Club EARLSWOOD CRICKET CLUB EARLSWOOD CRICKET CLUB WATERY LANE | grass pitches | 610 yd |
| Shirley Golf Club STRATFORD ROAD | golf | 1,091 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.