Tilesford Close is in Shirley, Solihull and in Solihull district. B90 4YF is located in the Blythe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meriden. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tilesford Close, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4YF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B90 4UT, B90 4YE, B90 4XX, B90 4YA, B90 4XP, B90 4XY, B90 4UZ, B90 4XJ, B90 4UX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B90 4YF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 52.9% | 49.5% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 47.1% | 50.5% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 4YF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58% 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 | 31.3% | 27.2% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.7% | 58% | 11.3% | 44.2% | 13.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 0.4% | -4.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 4.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 (88.6%) 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 | 51.2% | 47.7% | -3.5% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 40.9% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 7.3% |
| Fair health | 7.6% | 9.7% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
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.
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 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.5% | 13.7% | 1.2% | 18.2% | -4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 8.4% | -9.5% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 9.3% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 14.5% | -1.3% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.7% | 49.3% | 12.6% | 33.8% | 15.5% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.8% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.1% 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 | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 2.2% |
| Indian | 11.1% | 11.5% | 0.4% | 3.1% | 8.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 79.6% | 70.1% | -9.5% | 81.4% | -11.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
In this area, 77.3% 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 | 82% | 77.3% | -4.7% | 83.2% | -5.9% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 3.5% | 4.3% | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.7% | 13.7% | 5.0% | 5.6% | 8.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.3% | 76.8% | -4.5% | 83.2% | -6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 13.6% | 12.9% | 9.8% | 3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 2.9% | 1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.1% | 2.1% | -10.0% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.1% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.3% | 13.5% | -9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24% | 37.2% | -13.2% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Hindu | 5.7% | 1.7% | 4.0% |
| Muslim | 4.7% | 6.5% | -1.8% |
| Sikh | 5.7% | 0.9% | 4.8% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tilesford Close was 30.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.5% lower than the Blythe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tilesford Close has the 47th lowest crime rate of 93 local areas in Blythe and the 235th lowest crime rate of 675 local areas in Solihull .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Tilesford Close, Solihull, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2024-04-03 | £357,705 |
| 19 Tilesford Close, Solihull, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £463,200 | 2024-02-16 | £483,212 |
| 89 Tilesford Close, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2023-12-14 | £364,751 |
| 81 Tilesford Close, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £282,000 | 2023-09-25 | £286,539 |
| 15 Tilesford Close, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2023-06-20 | £355,199 |
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 696 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheswick Green Primary School Cheswick Way , Cheswick Green B90 4HG | 3out of 4 | 1,367 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Widney Junior School Clifton Crescent , B91 3LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,771 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cranmore Infant School Northland Road , Shirley B90 4SA | 4out of 4 | 1,948 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School Whitefields Road , B91 3NZ | - not rated | 2,282 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 | 2,157 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Whitefields Road , B91 3NZ | - not rated | 2,288 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderbrook School Blossomfield Road , B91 1SN | 3out of 4 | 2,375 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Light Hall School Hathaway Road , Shirley B90 2PZ | 2out of 4 | 3,178 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arden Station Road , Knowle B93 0PT | 4out of 4 | 4,075 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 | 2,768 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sixth Form College, Solihull Widney Manor Road , B91 3WR | - not rated | 2,774 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 | 1,812 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | 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 |
| Solihull School Warwick Road , B91 3DJ | - not rated | 3,745 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruckleigh School 17 Lode Lane , B91 2AB | - not rated | 3,837 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Oak School Hazel Oak Road , Shirley B90 2AZ | 4out of 4 | 3,855 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cafe @ Tesco Extra | 1505 Stratford Road, Shirley | 307 yd | |
| Bridge Cafe | The Gate, International Drive | 573 yd | |
| Hallies Cafe | Street Record, Farmhouse Way | 688 yd | |
| Wedges | 4 - 6 Farmhouse Way, Monkspath | 783 yd | |
| Fundamental Movement Academy | Unit 38, Monkspath Business Park | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillfield Farm | 6 Cranbrook Way, Shirley | 1,074 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yo! To Go! | Tesco, 1505 Stratford Road | 307 yd | |
| Monkspath Chinese Take Away | 16 Farmhouse Way, Monkspath | 738 yd | |
| Shelly Farm Chip Shop | 12 Farmhouse Way, Monkspath | 783 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1505 Stratford Road, Shirley | 307 yd | |
| Tesco Extra - Filling Station | 1505 Stratford Road, Shirley | 307 yd | |
| The Co-Operative | 14 Farmhouse Way, Monkspath | 770 yd | |
| Co-Operative Supermarket | 4 Farmhouse Way, Monkspath | 796 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shirley Golf Club STRATFORD ROAD | golf | 696 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Solihull Fitness) OTIUM PARK OTIUM PARK HIGHLANDS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,030 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 | 98.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.6% |
| 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 | 196.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.