Kempsey Close is in Solihull and in Solihull district. B92 8TR is located in the Lyndon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Solihull. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kempsey Close, Solihull, B92 8TR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B92 7QQ, B92 7QN, B92 8TP, B92 8TL, B92 7QW, B92 7QJ, B92 7QP, B92 8TS, B92 7QL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B92 8TR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 50.2% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49.8% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 B92 8TR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.8% 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 | 26.8% | 26% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.7% | 55.8% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 11.6% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 9.7% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 6.2% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 (87.1%) 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 | 45.7% | 48.5% | 2.8% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 38.6% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 11.9% | -2.8% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 1% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.6% | 15.4% | -8.2% | 18.2% | -2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 10% | -7.9% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 17.3% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 5% | -1.8% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 18.5% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 31.5% | 10.8% | 33.8% | -2.3% |
| Other | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 4.1% | 3.2% | 3.1% | 1.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.5% | 90.5% | -6.0% | 81.4% | 9.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 96.8% | 91.5% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 91.2% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0.3% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.5% | 76.7% | 14.8% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 3.8% | 13.5% | -9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.7% | 37.2% | -4.5% |
| Christian | 59.9% | 46.2% | 13.7% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kempsey Close was 53.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.8% higher than the Elmdon average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Kempsey Close has the 36th highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Elmdon and the 306th highest crime rate of 675 local areas in Solihull .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Kempsey Close, Solihull, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2022-04-14 | £326,716 |
| 8 Kempsey Close, Solihull, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2021-08-10 | £345,882 |
| 6 Kempsey Close, Solihull, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2013-12-12 | £486,091 |
| 1 Kempsey Close, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2011-11-22 | £295,412 |
| 1 Kempsey Close, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2007-01-16 | £310,080 |
B92 8TR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 8TR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Education | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 2,337 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 | 3,833 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olton Primary School Lyndon Road , Olton B92 7QF | 3out of 4 | 302 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Church of England Primary School Richmond Road , Olton B92 7RR | 4out of 4 | 667 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Catholic Primary School Windrush Close , B92 8QL | - not rated | 821 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gilbertstone Primary School Clay Lane , B26 1EH | 3out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Horse Shoes Lane , B26 3HU | 1out of 4 | 1,436 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyndon School Daylesford Road , B92 8EJ | 2out of 4 | 340 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School Victoria Road , Acocks Green B27 7XY | 3out of 4 | 1,906 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockshut Hill School Cockshut Hill , Yardley B26 2HX | 2out of 4 | 2,620 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley School Kineton Green Road , Olton B92 7ER | 3out of 4 | 2,690 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy Sheldon Heath Road , Sheldon B26 2RZ | 3out of 4 | 2,695 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,683 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sixth Form College, Solihull Widney Manor Road , B91 3WR | - not rated | 5,421 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Victoria Academy Talbot Way , Small Heath B10 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 4,086 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Starbank School Hob Moor Road , B10 9BT | - not rated | 4,122 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley School Yardley Green Road , Bordesley Green B9 5QA | 2out of 4 | 4,148 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Washwood Heath Academy Burney Lane , Stechford B8 2AS | 3out of 4 | 5,421 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brays School Brays Road , Sheldon B26 1NS | 4out of 4 | 1,372 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kimichi School Eastbourne House , 111 Yardley Road B27 6LL | - not rated | 1,742 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Birmingham Network Academy 1580 Coventry Road , Yardley B26 1AL | 3out of 4 | 2,011 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reynalds Cross School Kineton Green Road , Olton B92 7ER | 3out of 4 | 2,777 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Burhan Grammar School Spring Road Centre , 258 Spring Road B11 3DW | - not rated | 2,820 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Changes Coffee | 242 Lyndon Road, Solihull | 113 yd | |
| Rajnagar International | 256 Lyndon Road, Solihull | 135 yd | |
| Friday Lunch Club | Lyndon Methodist Church, Lyndon Road | 421 yd | |
| Jilabi | 2065 Coventry Road, Sheldon | 798 yd | |
| Spicewoods | Solihull Ice Rink, Hobs Moat Road | 824 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lyndon Pub Company | 190 Lyndon Road, Solihull | 129 yd | |
| The Hobs Meadow | Hobs Meadow, Ulleries Road | 624 yd | |
| Holy Souls Social Club | Warwick Road, Acocks Green Olton | 803 yd | |
| Rileys Sports Bar | Snooker Hall Above Ice Rink, Hobs Moat Road | 824 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lantern House | 246 Lyndon Road, Solihull | 116 yd | |
| Lyndon Fish Bar | 260 Lyndon Road, Solihull | 146 yd | |
| Trio's | 257 Lyndon Road, Solihull | 188 yd | |
| Kee Wah House | 2047 Coventry Road, Sheldon | 798 yd | |
| Ice Rink Fish Bar | 165 Ulleries Road, Solihull | 825 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Supermarket | 254 Lyndon Road, Solihull | 130 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, 2101 Coventry Road | 798 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 115 Hobs Moat Road, Elmdon | 825 yd | |
| Aldi | New Coventry Road, Birmingham | 907 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | 2154 Coventry Road, Sheldon | 1,027 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lyndon School DAYLESFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 244 yd |
| Barn Lane Recreation Ground WENTWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 539 yd |
| Olton Jubilee Park BRACKLEYS WAY | grass pitches | 691 yd |
| Fitness First (Solihull) ULLERIES ROAD | health and fitness suite | 753 yd |
| Planet Ice Solihull HOBS MOAT ROAD | ice rinks | 759 yd |
| Lyndon Playing Fields HANSON GROVE | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| St Mary'S Church Hall ST MARYS CHURCH HALL ST MARYS CHURCH HALL HOBS MEADOW | 935 yd | |
| Energie Fitness (Sheldon) COVENTRY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,078 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.