B90 9LJ is a mixed residential area located 0.3km from Shirley Street in Solihull. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Shirley West ward and the Solihull constituency.
B90 9LJ is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 75 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for B90 9LJ are sourced from Output Area E00051647 (shared with 360 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B90 9LJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B90 9LJ.
276
43
£ 47,900 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
B90 9LJ is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B90 9LJ. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B90 9LJ is moderate at 75 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Tudor Grange Primary Academy, St James
Shirley Heath Junior School
Haslucks Green School
Hazel Oak School
Blossomfield Infant and Nursery School
Burman Infant School
Light Hall School
Woodlands Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- B & M Retail Ltd0.6 km
- BP Solihull0.5 km
- Candy Candies0.9 km
- Classic Meats0.4 km
- Delightful Desserts0.3 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Oaks Hotel0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Lion Sport And Eat0.7 km
- Strawberry Fields0.2 km
- Saracens Head0.4 km
- The Lion Shirley0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
27 nearby- Sushi Gourmet0.8 km
- Darjeeling Restaurant0.1 km
- Fortune Inn0.1 km
- Shirley Spice0.3 km
- Bora Coffee Co0.4 km
- + 22 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- J Sainsbury Plc - Petrol Station0.8 km
- Iceland Foods Plc0.3 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.3 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Co-Op0.7 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Lucky House0.3 km
- Big Johns0.2 km
- Caspian Pizza0.3 km
- Domino's Pizza0.7 km
- Good Wok0.8 km
- + 8 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shirley1.4 km
- Yardley Wood2.5 km
- Whitlocks End2.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B909LJ · Data under Open Government Licence