B91 3LW is a sought-after residential area on Portway Close, 0.4km from Blossomfield in Solihull. Administratively it sits within Shirley South ward and the Solihull constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in B91, B91 3LW offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Solihull.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £550k. 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 B91 3LW are sourced from Output Area E00051547 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PORTWAY CLOSE, B91 3LW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORTWAY CLOSE, B91 3LW.
377
45
£ 50,000 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B91 3LW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
B91 3LW is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £550k, 90% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £550k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B91 3LW. The average age is 45.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 430,000
3 sales · Mean £ 453,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B91 3LW has low crime rates — 22 incidents 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
Cranmore Infant School
Widney Junior School
Solihull Alternative Provision Academy
Alderbrook School
Tudor Grange Academy, Solihull
Shirley Heath Junior School
Blossomfield Infant and Nursery School
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Sushi Gourmet0.9 km
- Hayfield Homes0.5 km
- Munch0.5 km
- Costa @ Next0.8 km
- Cafe Aspen - Yogahaven Solihull1.0 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-Operative Supermarket0.3 km
- J Sainsbury Plc - Petrol Station0.9 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Food0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- DSK Convenience Store0.8 km
- Costcutter0.9 km
- Currys PC World (Nespresso Stand) Unit C0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Loyds Spice0.4 km
- Boulevard0.9 km
- Cranmore Fish Bar0.8 km
- New House0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Cranmore Guest House0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Shirley Social Club Ltd0.6 km
- Ale Hub Limited0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Solihull1.7 km
- Widney Manor2.3 km
- Shirley2.7 km
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Postcode Profile: B913LW · Data under Open Government Licence