Frankholmes Drive is in Shirley, Solihull and in Solihull district. B90 4YB is located in the Blythe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meriden. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Frankholmes Drive, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4YB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B90 4XT, B90 4LY, B90 4EJ, B90 4SU, B90 4YS, B90 4YW, B90 4LX, B90 4ST, B90 4XR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B90 4YB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48% | 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 vicinity of B90 4YB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.2% 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 | 30.3% | 26.1% | -4.2% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.4% | 57.2% | 3.8% | 44.2% | 13.0% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 9.5% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 6.4% | 1.3% | 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 | 51.4% | 47.1% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 36.5% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 11% | 13.5% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 13% | 19.1% | 6.1% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 10.7% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 14.5% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 3.8% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 11.5% | -2.6% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.9% | 38.5% | 0.6% | 33.8% | 4.7% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 5.2% | 2.7% | 3.1% | 2.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 92.8% | 86.3% | -6.5% | 81.4% | 4.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 90.9% 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 | 97.2% | 90.9% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 5.2% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 90.6% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.8% | 6.8% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 1.6% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 5.2% | 13.5% | -8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.8% | 37.2% | -7.4% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 4.9% | 6.5% | -1.6% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Frankholmes Drive was 9.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.8% lower than the Blythe average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Frankholmes Drive has the 13th lowest crime rate of 93 local areas in Blythe and the 46th lowest crime rate of 675 local areas in Solihull .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Frankholmes Drive, Solihull, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £557,500 | 2023-09-11 | £555,257 |
| 68 Frankholmes Drive, Solihull, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2022-10-14 | £546,207 |
| 63 Frankholmes Drive, Solihull, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £542,500 | 2022-09-21 | £536,538 |
| 80 Frankholmes Drive, Solihull, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2021-05-26 | £553,691 |
| 62 Frankholmes Drive, Solihull, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2021-02-03 | £603,797 |
B90 4YB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in B90 4YB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkspath Junior and Infant School Farmhouse Way , Shirley B90 4EH | 3out of 4 | 318 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Widney Junior School Clifton Crescent , B91 3LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,613 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheswick Green Primary School Cheswick Way , Cheswick Green B90 4HG | 3out of 4 | 1,740 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cranmore Infant School Northland Road , Shirley B90 4SA | 4out of 4 | 1,833 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School Whitefields Road , B91 3NZ | - not rated | 1,971 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudor Grange Academy, Solihull Dingle Lane , B91 3PD | 4out of 4 | 1,878 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Whitefields Road , B91 3NZ | - not rated | 1,970 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderbrook School Blossomfield Road , B91 1SN | 3out of 4 | 2,136 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Light Hall School Hathaway Road , Shirley B90 2PZ | 2out of 4 | 3,288 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arden Station Road , Knowle B93 0PT | 4out of 4 | 3,839 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sixth Form College, Solihull Widney Manor Road , B91 3WR | - not rated | 2,383 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Solihull College & University Centre Blossomfield Campus , Blossomfield Road B91 1SB | - not rated | 2,478 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,749 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Solihull School Warwick Road , B91 3DJ | - not rated | 3,366 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruckleigh School 17 Lode Lane , B91 2AB | - not rated | 3,480 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood School St James Place , Shirley B90 2BA | - not rated | 3,515 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eversfield Preparatory School Warwick Road , B91 1AT | - not rated | 3,533 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hallies Cafe | Street Record, Farmhouse Way | 292 yd | |
| Wedges | 4 - 6 Farmhouse Way, Monkspath | 390 yd | |
| The Cafe @ Tesco Extra | 1505 Stratford Road, Shirley | 547 yd | |
| Bridge Cafe | The Gate, International Drive | 831 yd | |
| Fundamental Movement Academy | Unit 38, Monkspath Business Park | 862 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fieldhouse Ember Inn | The Field House, 10 Knightcote Drive | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monkspath Chinese Take Away | 16 Farmhouse Way, Monkspath | 349 yd | |
| Shelly Farm Chip Shop | 12 Farmhouse Way, Monkspath | 394 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! | Tesco, 1505 Stratford Road | 547 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative | 14 Farmhouse Way, Monkspath | 382 yd | |
| Co-Operative Supermarket | 4 Farmhouse Way, Monkspath | 404 yd | |
| Tesco | 1505 Stratford Road, Shirley | 547 yd | |
| Tesco Extra - Filling Station | 1505 Stratford Road, Shirley | 547 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bannatyne Health Club (Solihull) SAINTBURY DRIVE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,039 yd |
| Widney Manor Golf Club SAINTBURY DRIVE | golf | 1,045 yd |
| Shirley Golf Club STRATFORD ROAD | golf | 1,086 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 | 176.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.