Hobs Moat Road is in Solihull and in Solihull district. B92 8JN is located in the Lyndon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Solihull. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hobs Moat Road, Solihull, B92 8JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B92 8JP, B92 8JZ, B92 8JL, B92 8LE, B92 8DT, B92 8JW, B92 8HS, B92 8PR, B92 8JJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B92 8JN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% 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 | 56.1% | 54.1% | -2.0% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 43.9% | 45.9% | 2.0% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.3% | 33.3% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.4% | 39.1% | 1.7% | 44.2% | -5.1% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 7.7% | -4.1% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 20.9% | 17.9% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 11.8% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31.7% | 42.2% | 10.5% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 28.7% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 24.9% | 16.8% | -8.1% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 10.1% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 6.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 34.2% | 25.2% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 12.9% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 9% | -7.6% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 5.2% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 17.1% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.6% | 26.2% | 9.6% | 33.8% | -7.6% |
| Other | 6.4% | 4.3% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 71% 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% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 2.2% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 5% | 9.7% | 4.7% | 3.1% | 6.6% |
| Pakistani | 2.7% | 6.7% | 4.0% | 2.7% | 4.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| White | 87.8% | 71% | -16.8% | 81.4% | -10.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 84.6% 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 | 93.7% | 84.6% | -9.1% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 5.3% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 8.6% | 5.9% | 5.6% | 3.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 84% | -7.9% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 9.3% | 8.4% | 9.8% | -0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 1.5% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 6.3% | 1.2% | 5.1% |
| No passport held | 16.4% | 13.5% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32% | 37.2% | -5.2% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 6.8% | 1.7% | 5.1% |
| Muslim | 9.8% | 6.5% | 3.3% |
| Sikh | 3% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hobs Moat Road was 276.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 458.8% higher than the Elmdon average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Hobs Moat Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 72 local areas in Elmdon and the 32nd highest crime rate of 670 local areas in Solihull .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 96.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 107A Hobs Moat Road, Solihull, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-07-25 | £148,587 |
| Riley'S Hobs Moat Road, Solihull, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £10,000 | 2022-03-10 | £9,937 |
| 103A Hobs Moat Road, Solihull, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2021-12-20 | £137,313 |
| 115 Hobs Moat Road, Solihull, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2021-09-09 | £55,823 |
| 103A Hobs Moat Road, Solihull, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2020-02-27 | £114,233 |
B92 8JN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 B92 8JN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 70 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garretts Green Nursery School 117 Garretts Green Lane , Sheldon B26 2JL | 4out of 4 | 2,722 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bordesley Green East Nursery School 358 Bordesley Green East , Stechford B33 8QB | 3out of 4 | 4,510 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Catholic Primary School Windrush Close , B92 8QL | - not rated | 355 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Catholic Primary School Windrush Close , B92 8QL | 3out of 4 | 355 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Primary Old Lode Lane , B92 8LW | 3out of 4 | 649 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatchford Brook Junior and Infant School Old Lode Lane , B92 8LW | - not rated | 649 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Primary Old Lode Lane , B92 8LW | - not rated | 649 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyndon School Daylesford Road , B92 8EJ | - not rated | 664 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyndon School Daylesford Road , B92 8EJ | 3out of 4 | 664 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Culey Green School Silvermere Road , Sheldon B26 3XA | - not rated | 2,196 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lode Heath School Lode Lane , B91 2HW | - not rated | 2,366 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lode Heath School Lode Lane , B91 2HW | 3out of 4 | 2,366 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Birmingham College Garretts Green Lane , B33 0TS | - not rated | 3,171 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Solihull College & University Centre Blossomfield Campus , Blossomfield Road B91 1SB | - not rated | 4,333 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Solihull Sixth Form College Widney Manor Road , B91 3WR | - not rated | 4,836 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sixth Form College, Solihull Widney Manor Road , B91 3WR | - not rated | 4,836 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waverley School Yardley Green Road , Bordesley Green B9 5QA | 3out of 4 | 4,983 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley School Yardley Green Road , Bordesley Green B9 5QA | - not rated | 4,983 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Starbank School Hob Moor Road , B10 9BT | 3out of 4 | 5,012 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Starbank School Starbank Road , B10 9LR | - not rated | 5,012 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Victoria Academy Talbot Way , Small Heath B10 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 5,027 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daylesford Academy Lyndon Road , B92 7QW | - not rated | 777 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trident Alternative Provision Ltd 58 Lincoln Road , B27 6NX | - not rated | 1,822 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brays School Brays Road , Sheldon B26 1NS | - not rated | 1,873 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brays School Brays Road , Sheldon B26 1NS | 4out of 4 | 1,873 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bright Stars School 8 Thelsford Way , Damsonwood B92 9NR | - not rated | 2,038 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spicewoods | Solihull Ice Rink, Hobs Moat Road | 2 yd | |
| Cucurico | 115 - 117 Hobs Moat Road, Elmdon | 2 yd | |
| The Kitchen Co | 65 Hobs Moat Road, Elmdon | 224 yd | |
| The Tasty Cafe | 51-53 Hobs Moat Road, Elmdon | 272 yd | |
| Lavang | 884 Old Lode Lane, Elmdon | 595 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rileys Sports Bar | Snooker Hall Above Ice Rink, Hobs Moat Road | 1 yd | |
| The Hobs Meadow | Hobs Meadow, Ulleries Road | 311 yd | |
| Pup & Duckling | 1 Hatchford Brook Road, Elmdon | 593 yd | |
| The Dingle | Tanhouse Farm Road, Elmdon | 620 yd | |
| Olton Tavern | Lode Lane, Solihull | 836 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Triangle Wood Fired Pizza | 105 Hobs Moat Road, Elmdon | 43 yd | |
| Ice Rink Fish Bar | 165 Ulleries Road, Solihull | 56 yd | |
| Wongs Chinese Takeaway | 91 Hobs Moat Road, Elmdon | 133 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 85 Hobs Moat Road, Elmdon | 150 yd | |
| Solihull Fish Bar | 77 Hobs Moat Road, Elmdon | 178 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 115 Hobs Moat Road, Elmdon | 2 yd | |
| Co-Operative Supermarket | 254 Lyndon Road, Solihull | 830 yd | |
| Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd | 2186 Coventry Road, Sheldon | 904 yd | |
| EUROPEAN MARKET (2232/2234) | 2234 Coventry Road, Sheldon | 916 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | 2154 Coventry Road, Sheldon | 966 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Planet Ice Solihull HOBS MOAT ROAD | ice rinks | 79 yd |
| Fitness First (Solihull) ULLERIES ROAD | health and fitness suite | 102 yd |
| St Mary'S Church Hall ST MARYS CHURCH HALL ST MARYS CHURCH HALL HOBS MEADOW | 365 yd | |
| Lyndon School DAYLESFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 664 yd |
| Energie Fitness (Sheldon) COVENTRY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 894 yd |
| Olton Jubilee Park BRACKLEYS WAY | grass pitches | 910 yd |
| Ivy Leaf Social Club COVENTRY ROAD | 1,027 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 | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.