Balsall Heath West is a residential ward located in the southern part of Birmingham, UK. The area is predominantly made up of terraced houses and low-rise flats, with a mix of private and social housing. It is bordered by Moseley to the north and Sparkbrook to the east, with the A38 serving as a key transport route. The ward has a high population density, with a significant proportion of young families and students.
The area features several small parks and green spaces, including Balsall Heath Park, which provides recreational facilities. Local amenities include independent shops, takeaways, and community centres, catering to the needs of residents. Balsall Heath West has a strong sense of community, with active neighbourhood groups and cultural organisations. Public transport links include bus routes connecting to Birmingham city centre and surrounding areas. The ward has undergone gradual regeneration efforts in recent years, focusing on housing improvements and public safety.
On average Balsall Heath West has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 141 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 41.0% 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 is £37,449 per year. There are 9 schools in Balsall Heath West: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 24 recent sales, the median property price is £236,500 in Balsall Heath West area, with individual transactions ranging from £30,000 up to £500,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 1 | £324,500 |
| Flats | 6 | £210,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 3 | £245,000 |
| Terraced | 14 | £242,000 |
10 years price trend in Balsall Heath West
B129AT
Moseley Road
B129RE
Tindal Street
B129TP
Tanworth Grove
B57AX
Belgrave Middleway
B129BW
Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road
B129NJ
Cannon Hill Road
B129RR
Strensham Road
B129TZ
Moseley Road
B57LZ
Murrell Close
B129AP
Balsall Heath West & Kingswood Road
B129EG
Clevedon Road
B129RJ
George Street
B129TJ
Vincent Close
B57NP
Murrell Close
B129NN
Cannon Hill Road
B129QX
Homer Street
B57LY
Belgravia Close
B57NJ
Alexandra Road
B57QD
Rolling Mill Close
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.