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Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road

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About

Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road is a residential area in south Birmingham, known for its mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses. The area has a strong sense of community, with local shops, cafes, and independent businesses along Kingswood Road serving as a hub for daily life. Public transport links, including buses, provide easy access to the city centre and nearby areas like Moseley and Sparkhill.

The area is home to several parks and green spaces, such as Balsall Heath Park, offering recreational opportunities for residents. Schools and community centres play an active role in the neighbourhood, hosting events and activities. While primarily residential, the area has seen gradual development, with efforts to improve local infrastructure and housing. Its location close to major routes like the A34 makes it a practical choice for commuters.

Area overview

On average Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 133 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 of residents in Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road is £32,200 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).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
133
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
37%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road Population
7,232
Population density
8,221.9 per km²

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

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 36 recent sales, the median property price is £209,750 in Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £415,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Flats25£210,000
Semi-Detached1£415,000
Terraced10£178,750

10 years price trend in Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.