Haydon Close is in Dorridge, Solihull and in Solihull district. B93 8QH is located in the Dorridge and Hockley Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meriden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Haydon Close, Dorridge, Solihull, B93 8QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B93 8LR, B93 8LG, B93 8QJ, B93 8DU, B93 8LQ, B93 8BT, B93 8QL, B93 8HP, B93 8DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B93 8QH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 50.3% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49.7% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 B93 8QH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 73.3% 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 | 12.6% | 14.7% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -23.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 74.5% | 73.3% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 29.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 5.2% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 6.5% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 (91.8%) 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 | 60.4% | 67.2% | 6.8% | 48.4% | 18.8% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 24.6% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -9.0% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 6.8% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -5.9% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 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.
In the area around B93 8QH this area, 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 57.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.2% | 6% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 6.8% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 12.4% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 13.7% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.9% | 57.3% | 5.4% | 33.8% | 23.5% |
| Other | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.3% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 91.9% 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 | 98.3% | 91.9% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 4.1% | 3.8% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 92.2% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.8% | 76.7% | 14.1% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 4.1% | 13.5% | -9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.6% | 37.2% | -8.6% |
| Christian | 66.3% | 46.2% | 20.1% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Haydon Close was 58.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.3% higher than the Dorridge and Hockley Heath average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Haydon Close has the 9th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Dorridge and Hockley Heath and the 276th highest crime rate of 675 local areas in Solihull .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Haydon Close, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2014-03-07 | £690,415 |
| 3 Haydon Close, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2008-03-14 | £468,726 |
| 1 Haydon Close, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,000 | 1998-10-12 | £490,237 |
| 2 Haydon Close, Solihull, West Midlands Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £80,000 | 1996-06-06 | £434,947 |
B93 8QH 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 B93 8QH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorridge Primary School Station Road , Dorridge B93 8EU | 3out of 4 | 751 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George and St Teresa Catholic Primary School Mill Lane , Bentley Heath B93 8PA | - not rated | 974 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bentley Heath Church of England Primary School Widney Close , Bentley Heath B93 9AS | 3out of 4 | 1,701 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowle Church of England Primary Academy Kixley Lane , Knowle B93 0JE | 4out of 4 | 2,738 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hockley Heath Academy School Road , Hockley Heath B94 6RA | 3out of 4 | 3,042 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arden Station Road , Knowle B93 0PT | 4out of 4 | 2,010 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Whitefields Road , B91 3NZ | - not rated | 4,805 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy, Solihull Dingle Lane , B91 3PD | 4out of 4 | 4,887 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderbrook School Blossomfield Road , B91 1SN | 3out of 4 | 5,236 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 | 4,339 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Solihull College & University Centre Blossomfield Campus , Blossomfield Road B91 1SB | - not rated | 5,360 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield House Community Special School Kenilworth Road , Knowle B93 0AJ | 4out of 4 | 3,952 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Solihull Alternative Provision Academy Cranmore Avenue , Shirley B90 4LE | - not rated | 5,096 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Solihull School Warwick Road , B91 3DJ | - not rated | 5,333 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skogen | 2 Station Approach, Dorridge | 142 yd | |
| Espresso | Knowle And Dorridge Railway Station, Station Approach | 154 yd | |
| Dorridge Fish Bar | 15 Station Approach, Dorridge | 159 yd | |
| Crispy Crust | 2 Arden Buildings, Station Road | 206 yd | |
| 2 Lollipop Ladies Ltd | 472 Station Road, Dorridge | 253 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Railway Inn | The Railway, Grange Road | 795 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Dorridge Cantonese | 3 Station Approach, Dorridge | 190 yd | |
| Zinga Kitchen | 3A Station Approach, Dorridge | 190 yd | |
| Delispice | 482 Station Road, Dorridge | 193 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Filling Station | 4 Grange Road, Dorridge | 128 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 375 Station Road, Dorridge | 223 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dorridge Primary School STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 692 yd |
| Knowle And Dorridge Cricket Club (Station Road) Station Road | grass pitches | 931 yd |
| Broadacre GRANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 969 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.