Cranmore Boulevard is in Shirley, Solihull and in Solihull district. B90 4RX is located in the Shirley South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Solihull. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cranmore Boulevard, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4RX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B90 4SA, B91 3LR, B91 3LS, B90 4RQ, B91 3LN, B90 4RZ, B90 4SB, B91 3LL, B90 4RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B90 4RX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 51.1% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49.2% | 48.9% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 4RX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.9% 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 | 23% | 22.9% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.3% | 62.9% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 18.7% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 5.4% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 7.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 (87.4%) 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 | 57.1% | 58.1% | 1.0% | 48.4% | 9.7% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 29.3% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 9.5% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.4% | 14.9% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 7.1% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 12.8% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 3.2% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 13.2% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.3% | 48% | 8.7% | 33.8% | 14.2% |
| Other | 3% | 0.7% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 6.9% | 7.9% | 1.0% | 3.1% | 4.8% |
| Pakistani | 3.8% | 5.6% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 2.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 85.7% | 77.7% | -8.0% | 81.4% | -3.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 84.2% 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 | 94.4% | 84.2% | -10.2% | 83.2% | 1.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 9.9% | 6.1% | 5.6% | 4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 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% | 83.9% | -10.0% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11% | 11.0% | 9.8% | 1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.7% | 76.7% | 14.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.7% | 37.2% | -8.5% |
| Christian | 47.3% | 46.2% | 1.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 4.5% | 1.7% | 2.8% |
| Muslim | 7.3% | 6.5% | 0.8% |
| Sikh | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cranmore Boulevard was 48.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.0% lower than the St Alphege average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cranmore Boulevard has the 20th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in St Alphege and the 330th highest crime rate of 675 local areas in Solihull .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Cranmore Boulevard, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £446,000 | 2021-03-22 | £502,185 |
| 47 Cranmore Boulevard, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2021-03-10 | £343,423 |
| 47 Cranmore Boulevard, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2017-06-09 | £355,827 |
| 39 Cranmore Boulevard, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2016-03-30 | £313,294 |
| 45 Cranmore Boulevard, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2007-11-30 | £564,915 |
B90 4RX 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 | 118 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Education | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| 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 | 4,886 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranmore Infant School Northland Road , Shirley B90 4SA | 4out of 4 | 261 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Widney Junior School Clifton Crescent , B91 3LQ | 3out of 4 | 545 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley Heath Junior School Coombe Road , Shirley B90 3DS | 4out of 4 | 818 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Primary School Stratford Road , Shirley B90 4AY | - not rated | 1,069 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blossomfield Infant and Nursery School Eastcote Close , Shirley B90 3QX | 4out of 4 | 1,257 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alderbrook School Blossomfield Road , B91 1SN | 3out of 4 | 925 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy, Solihull Dingle Lane , B91 3PD | 4out of 4 | 1,138 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Whitefields Road , B91 3NZ | - not rated | 1,465 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Light Hall School Hathaway Road , Shirley B90 2PZ | 2out of 4 | 1,732 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley School Kineton Green Road , Olton B92 7ER | 3out of 4 | 3,178 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 | 1,475 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sixth Form College, Solihull Widney Manor Road , B91 3WR | - not rated | 2,649 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 | 357 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood School St James Place , Shirley B90 2BA | - not rated | 1,537 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Oak School Hazel Oak Road , Shirley B90 2AZ | 4out of 4 | 2,072 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eversfield Preparatory School Warwick Road , B91 1AT | - not rated | 2,788 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruckleigh School 17 Lode Lane , B91 2AB | - not rated | 2,869 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munch | Secure Trust Bank, 1 Arleston Way | 366 yd | |
| Hayfield Homes Construction Ltd | Hayfield House, 4 Arleston Way | 427 yd | |
| The Shirley Club | Shirley Social Club, 135 Marshall Lake Road | 527 yd | |
| Wonky's | PMJ House, Highlands Road | 537 yd | |
| The Best Cafe In Selco | Selco, Ashbourne Way | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ale Hub Limited | 277 Longmore Road, Shirley | 342 yd | |
| Shirley Social Club Ltd | 135 Marshall Lake Road, Shirley | 527 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New House | 255 Longmore Road, Shirley | 447 yd | |
| Loyds Spice | 253A Longmore Road, Shirley | 456 yd | |
| Cranmore Fish Bar | 244 Cranmore Boulevard, Shirley | 718 yd | |
| Boulevard | 252 Cranmore Boulevard, Shirley | 734 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Supermarket | 252 Longmore Road, Shirley | 338 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Sears Retail Park, Unit 2A | 741 yd | |
| J Sainsbury Plc - Petrol Station | 545 Stratford Road, Shirley | 936 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 545 Stratford Road, Shirley | 936 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Widney Junior School CLIFTON CRESCENT | grass pitches | 428 yd |
| Solihull Indoor Bowls Club Brick Kiln Lane | indoor bowls | 555 yd |
| Solihull Football Centre Brick Kiln Lane | artificial grass pitch | 603 yd |
| Solihull Municipal Club Brick Kiln Lane | grass pitches | 655 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Solihull Cranmore) CRANMORE BOULEVARD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 780 yd |
| Alderbrook School BLOSSOMFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 865 yd |
| Blossomfield Club Ltd BLOSSOMFIELD CLUB BLOSSOMFIELD CLUB WIDNEY LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 899 yd |
| Shirley Heath Junior School COOMBE ROAD | grass pitches | 931 yd |
| Tudor Grange Academy Solihull Dingle Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,043 yd |
| Hillfield Park TIBBERTON CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,077 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 232.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 26.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.3 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.