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Location in StaffordshireCarroway Head sits where the marker shows within the county.

26,650
Population
11,019
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£64,891
Avg. household income
966
Businesses
1,283
People per km²
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About Carroway Head

Carroway Head is located in Staffordshire, within the B75 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is known for its quiet, peaceful environment and is popular with walkers and cyclists who enjoy the nearby footpaths and bridleways. The landscape features rolling hills and scattered woodlands, offering views across the Staffordshire countryside. There are no major settlements in the immediate vicinity, making it a tranquil spot for those seeking a break from urban life. The local area is well served by public transport links to nearby towns, including Lichfield and Tamworth, which provide access to shops, schools, and healthcare facilities.

School Ratings in Carroway Head

There are 84 schools in and around Carroway Head. Little Sutton Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Carroway Head

The average property price is £398K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £331K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Carroway Head

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Carroway Head, with 39 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Carroway Head

Carroway Head sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Carroway Head

There are 9 GP surgeries within three miles of Carroway Head, the nearest being St Giles Hospice Sutton Coldfield (1.7 miles away).

Local Data for Carroway Head

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Property Prices 3,628 sales

Average Price £398K
£5K , £28.35M
Detached £539K 1,212
Semi £331K 1,327
Terraced £261K 648
Flat £148K 329

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

54 Primary
14 Secondary
16 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 9

Ofsted ratings for schools in the B75 postcode area.

Little Sutton Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.7 miles Moor Hall Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Trinity Specialist College Not applicable Good 1.9 miles New Hall Primary and Children's Centre 1.9 miles New Hall Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Whitehouse Common Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Coppice Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Langley School Not applicable Good 2.3 miles Mere Green Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Manor Primary Academy Primary 2.4 miles Fairfax Secondary Good 2.4 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles

Household Income in Carroway Head ONS 2023

The average total household income in Carroway Head is approximately £64,891 a year before tax, 17% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £45,377. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Carroway Head £64,891
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £45,377.

Businesses in Carroway Head ONS 2025

There are approximately 966 active businesses based in Carroway Head, around 36 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 5 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

966 Total businesses
36 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 93%
Small, 10-49 6%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Carroway Head IMD 2025

Carroway Head sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
8/10
Health
7/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 21%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 20%
5,702 Children (0-15) 21%
15,589 Working Age 59%
5,356 Older (65+) 20%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.6% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Carroway Head 286 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Carroway Head sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 103
Shoplifting 39
Anti-Social Behaviour 28
Vehicle Crime 24
Criminal Damage & Arson 23
Other Theft 17
Public Order 16
Burglary 11
Other Crime 10
Bicycle Theft 4
Drugs 4
Weapons 4
Theft from Person 2
Robbery 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Four Oaks Train Station 2.5 miles
Butlers Lane Train Station 2.8 miles
Sutton Coldfield Train Station 2.8 miles
Blake Street Train Station 3.1 miles
Wylde Green Train Station 4.1 miles
Shenstone Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Littleworth End 1.2 miles Middleton 1.4 miles Stoke End 1.8 miles Whitehouse Common 1.8 miles Roughley 1.9 miles Hints 1.9 miles Hill Wood 2 miles Moor Hall 2 miles Falcon Lodge 2 miles Allen End 2 miles Hunts Green 2.2 miles Hill 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Birmingham
County Staffordshire
Ward Sutton Mere Green
Constituency Sutton Coldfield
Parish Sutton Coldfield
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Carroway Head

Of the 10,719 households in and around Carroway Head, 76% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 76% Social rented 12% Private rented 11%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Carroway Head.

Frequently Asked Questions about Carroway Head

What is the population of Carroway Head?
Carroway Head has a population of approximately 26,650 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Carroway Head?
The average property in and around Carroway Head sold for about £397,882, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 14% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Carroway Head a deprived area?
Carroway Head sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Carroway Head?
Carroway Head is covered by the B75 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Carroway Head?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Carroway Head, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Carroway Head?
The nearest railway station to Carroway Head is Four Oaks Train Station, about 2.5 miles away.

Streets in B75 30 shown View all streets

Aldermore Drive 1 Amington Close 1 Anvil Place 1 Arden Drive 1 Arlescote Close 1 Arthur Gunby Close 2 Ashfurlong Crescent 3 Aulton Road 3 Barnard Road 2 Barrack Close 1 Bedford Drive 2 Bedford Road 10 Beech Close 1 Bigwood Drive 1 Birch Croft Road 1 Birch Drive 1 Bishops Meadow 1 Blacksmith Drive 1 Blakemore Drive 2 Blaydon Avenue 1 Bodicote Grove 1 Bodington Road 1 Bracken Drive 2 Bradwell Croft 1 Bramcote Rise 1 Brentnall Drive 1 Brockhurst Lane 6 Brockhurst Road 1 Bromwich Drive 1 Broome Gardens 1

Postcodes in B75 50 shown View all postcodes

B75 5AA B75 5AB B75 5AD B75 5AE B75 5AF B75 5AG B75 5AH B75 5AJ B75 5AL B75 5AN B75 5AP B75 5AQ B75 5AR B75 5AT B75 5AW B75 5BA B75 5BB B75 5BD B75 5BE B75 5BG B75 5BH B75 5BJ B75 5BL B75 5BP B75 5BQ B75 5BS B75 5BT B75 5BW B75 5BY B75 5BZ B75 5DA B75 5DB B75 5DD B75 5DE B75 5DH B75 5DJ B75 5DL B75 5DN B75 5DP B75 5DR B75 5DS B75 5DT B75 5DU B75 5EA B75 5EB B75 5ED B75 5EE B75 5EF B75 5EG B75 5EH