Postcode Analysis Solihull, West Midlands

IVY WAY, B90 1RR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IVY WAY, B90 1RR.

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Population

230

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 58,900 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: B90 1RR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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4/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, B90 1RR combines high owner-occupation (66%), strong property values (£345k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 29.5% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B90 1RR is a sought-after residential area on Ivy Way, 0.5km from Three Maypoles in Dickens Heath. Administratively it sits within Blythe ward and the Meriden constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in B90, B90 1RR offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. With residents averaging 35 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 66% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £345k, up 29.5% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for B90 1RR are sourced from Output Area E00168174 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B90 1RR. The average age is 34.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British82.7%
Asian / British Asian6.9%
Black / African / Caribbean3.5%
Other / Mixed6.9%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 368,750

2 sales · Mean £ 368,750

Terraced

£ 330,000

5 sales · Mean £ 295,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

B90 1RR has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences32
Vehicle crime12
Other theft7
Burglary6
Shoplifting5

school Local Schools

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Dickens Heath Community Primary School

Good456 pupils0.3 km
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Tidbury Green School

Good450 pupils1.3 km
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Light Hall School

Good1125 pupils1.4 km
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Woodlands Infant School

Good204 pupils1.4 km
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Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Primary School

Good450 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • La Stores - (Go Local)0.4 km
  • Bramble Bees Florist0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Janaki Indian Cuisine0.3 km
  • Coffee Cloud0.4 km
  • Istanbul BBQ Kitchen0.4 km
  • Costa Coffee - Dickens Heath0.3 km
  • Mortons Kitchen, Bar & Deli0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Moss Sports Bar & Grill0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Ale Hub Micro Pub0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Whitlocks End1.1 km
  • Shirley1.8 km
  • Wythall2.3 km