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Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road

About

Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road is a residential neighbourhood situated south of Birmingham's city centre. The area is characterised by a dense network of terraced housing, many with distinctive bay windows, built primarily in the Victorian and Edwardian eras. Streets are lined with small, independent shops and local services catering to the community's daily needs, with a focus on practical retail rather than large chains.

The area is defined by its community-focused atmosphere. The presence of numerous places of worship reflects the varied backgrounds of its residents. A notable local landmark is the Moseley Road Baths, a historic swimming facility that has been a focal point for generations. Public transport links provide direct connections to the broader city, while the nearby Ladypool Road offers a concentrated stretch of South Asian restaurants and grocery stores.

Area overview

On average Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 126 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 37.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road is £38,090 per year. There are 4 schools in Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road is home to around 7,232 people, with a population density of about 8,221.9 per km2.

Crime rate

10/10

Crimes per 1k residents

126

Deprivation level

10/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road Population

7,232

Population density

8,221.9 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

65.68(+72%)

Criminal damage and arson

11.48(+60%)

Anti-social behaviour

10.09(-11%)

Vehicle crime

9.4(+43%)

Public order

8.85(+45%)

West Midlands average

Demographics

Pakistani

2,616

36.16%

Arab

1,188

16.42%

British

749

10.35%

African

532

7.35%

Bangladeshi

380

5.25%

Total population: 7,234

Economics

No qualifications

1,750

32.22%

Level 4+ (Degree)

1,243

22.88%

Level 3 (A level)

827

15.22%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

692

12.74%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

660

12.15%

Total 16+ residents: 5,432

Housing

Owns outright

609

25.99%

Other social rented

563

24.03%

Private landlord or letting agency

464

19.8%

Social rents from council

327

13.96%

Owns with a mortgage

314

13.4%

Total households: 2,343

Property prices in Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road

Based on 33 recent sales, the median property price is £213,000 in Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £456,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	19	£208,000	£113,500	£197,500	£217,000	£242,050
Semi-Detached	1	£415,000	£415,000	£415,000	£415,000	£415,000
Terraced	13	£280,000	£146,100	£232,000	£399,950	£456,000

10 years median price trend in Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Area overview

Area Profile

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

Housing tenure

Property prices in Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road

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