Blythe Gate is in Blythe Valley Park, Solihull and in Solihull district. B90 8AH is located in the Blythe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meriden. This postcode has been in use since 2017-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blythe Gate, Blythe Valley Park, Solihull, B90 8AH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B90 8AH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 48.8% | 53.1% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 51.2% | 46.9% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around B90 8AH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.2% | 48.4% | 23.2% | 37.9% | 10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 41.8% | -15.1% | 44.2% | -2.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 1.1% | -3.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 8% | 5.5% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 1.1% | -3.8% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
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 (90.9%) 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 | 59% | 57.3% | -1.7% | 48.4% | 8.9% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 33.6% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 4.2% | -5.9% | 12.7% | -8.5% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 4.2% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
In the area around B90 8AH this area, 7.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 43.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.3% | 7.6% | -8.7% | 18.2% | -10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 1.1% | -16.7% | 9.6% | -8.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 9.8% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 38% | 27.8% | 16.9% | 21.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.8% | 43.5% | 8.7% | 33.8% | 9.7% |
| Other | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 11.9% | 10.5% | 3.1% | 8.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 4.2% | 4.0% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 94% | 76.9% | -17.1% | 81.4% | -4.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 96.5% | 93.7% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 93.7% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.7% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.6% | 37.2% | 10.4% |
| Christian | 28.7% | 46.2% | -17.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 5.6% | 6.5% | -0.9% |
| Sikh | 7.7% | 0.9% | 6.8% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blythe Gate was 117.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 109.3% higher than the Blythe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Blythe Gate has the 10th highest crime rate of 93 local areas in Blythe and the 121st highest crime rate of 675 local areas in Solihull .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lumaneri House Blythe Gate, Solihull, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £5,602,115 | 2020-03-17 | £6,706,475 |
| F3 Building Blythe Gate, Solihull, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £1,046,742 | 2017-10-31 | £1,236,834 |
B90 8AH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Retired | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 29 |
| Construction | 28 |
| Education | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 1,127 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkspath Junior and Infant School Farmhouse Way , Shirley B90 4EH | 3out of 4 | 1,735 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patricks Church of England Primary Academy Salter Street , Earlswood B94 6DE | 3out of 4 | 1,974 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Widney Junior School Clifton Crescent , B91 3LQ | 3out of 4 | 2,827 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cranmore Infant School Northland Road , Shirley B90 4SA | 4out of 4 | 2,950 yd | Community school | 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 | 3,297 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Whitefields Road , B91 3NZ | - not rated | 3,440 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderbrook School Blossomfield Road , B91 1SN | 3out of 4 | 3,487 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Light Hall School Hathaway Road , Shirley B90 2PZ | 2out of 4 | 3,690 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arden Station Road , Knowle B93 0PT | 4out of 4 | 4,400 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 | 3,868 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Solihull College & University Centre Blossomfield Campus , Blossomfield Road B91 1SB | - not rated | 3,910 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 | 2,757 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood School St James Place , Shirley B90 2BA | - not rated | 4,259 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Oak School Hazel Oak Road , Shirley B90 2AZ | 4out of 4 | 4,461 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Solihull School Warwick Road , B91 3DJ | - not rated | 4,871 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruckleigh School 17 Lode Lane , B91 2AB | - not rated | 4,986 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jerroms | First Building, Blythe Gate | 2 yd | |
| Coffee Club - Gymshark | Unit 5, Connexion | 331 yd | |
| Java Roastery | Amenity Building, Blythe Gate | 505 yd | |
| Gymshark - (Staff Canteen GSHQ), GSIQ \&GSLC | Tri-Gen House, Central Boulevard | 658 yd | |
| Virgin Active - Lexington Catering | Virgin Active, Blythe Gate | 675 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yo! To Go! | Tesco, 1505 Stratford Road | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1505 Stratford Road, Shirley | 977 yd | |
| Tesco Extra - Filling Station | 1505 Stratford Road, Shirley | 977 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shirley Golf Club STRATFORD ROAD | golf | 535 yd |
| Virgin Active Club (Solihull) BLYTHE GATE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 677 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 | 14.3% |
| 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 | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 28.6% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.