Allens Cross is a residential area located in the north of Birmingham, near the border with Sandwell. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes built in the mid-20th century. It is close to major roads like the A41 and M5, providing easy access to Birmingham city centre and nearby towns.
The area has local amenities including a community centre, a few small shops, and green spaces like Perry Hall Playing Fields. Schools such as Allens Croft Primary Academy serve the neighborhood. While largely residential, Allens Cross is within walking distance of larger retail areas like Selly Oak and Northfield. The area has a quiet, suburban feel with a mix of families and long-term residents.
On average Allens Cross has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 104 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 34.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Allens Cross is £34,400 per year. There are 2 schools in Allens Cross: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 55 recent sales, the median property price is £185,000 in Allens Cross area, with individual transactions ranging from £54,000 up to £325,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 3 | £80,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 19 | £200,000 |
| Terraced | 33 | £185,000 |
10 years price trend in Allens Cross
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Walmesley Way
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Norrington Grove
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Tetbury Grove
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Charnwood Close
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St Heliers Road
B311TB
Barnsdale Crescent
B315FG
Allens Cross
B315GW
Allens Cross
B315QD
Trescott Road
B450NZ
Hafren Close
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Wasdale Road
B311SL
Elmdale Crescent
B315PG
Fitzroy Road
B311SU
Hoggs Lane
B311TG
Honiton Close
B315DA
Hanging Lane
B315QA
Trescott Road
B311UH
Merritt's Brook Lane
B312PA
Sir Herbert Austin Way
B315PH
Norrington Road
B450AS
Egghill Lane
B450JZ
Charnwood Close
B311UJ
Barnsdale Crescent
B450AT
Egghill Lane
B450JR
Holly Hill Road
B311RJ
Tinkers Farm Road
B311TT
Holloway
B315PA
Fitzroy Road
B315AA
Frankley Beeches Road
B450LA
Holly Hill Road
B311RL
Tinkers Farm Grove
B311RS
Cheverton Road
B315NT
Egghill Lane
B315NP
Egghill Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.