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Billesley Common

About

Billesley Common is a large open space in the south of Birmingham, characterised by its extensive grassy fields and pockets of woodland. The area serves primarily as recreational land for the surrounding residential neighbourhoods, with facilities for football and cricket. Its flat, open terrain is crossed by informal paths, making it a straightforward location for walking and dog exercise.

A notable feature is the presence of the ancient Yardley Wood, a remnant of the historic Forest of Arden, which borders the common. This woodland adds a layer of ecological interest with its older trees and undergrowth. The common's unembellished, functional nature reflects its long history as communal pasture land, providing a simple, green expanse within the urban fabric.

Area overview

On average Billesley Common has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 90 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 28.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Billesley Common is £43,722 per year. There are 4 schools in Billesley Common: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 2 secondary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good). Billesley Common is home to around 8,384 people, with a population density of about 4,567.7 per km2.

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

10/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Billesley Common Population

8,384

Population density

4,567.7 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

45.92(+20%)

Anti-social behaviour

11.45(+1%)

Criminal damage and arson

9.3(+30%)

Vehicle crime

8.95(+36%)

Burglary

5.73(+41%)

West Midlands average

Demographics

British

4,223

50.34%

Pakistani

1,530

18.24%

Indian

433

5.16%

Other White

246

2.93%

African

241

2.87%

Total population: 8,389

Economics

Level 4+ (Degree)

1,701

26.77%

No qualifications

1,681

26.46%

Level 3 (A level)

991

15.6%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

880

13.85%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

648

10.2%

Total 16+ residents: 6,353

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

865

26.53%

Social rents from council

839

25.74%

Owns outright

821

25.18%

Private landlord or letting agency

464

14.23%

Other social rented

144

4.42%

Total households: 3,260

Property prices in Billesley Common

Based on 62 recent sales, the median property price is £204,000 in Billesley Common area, with individual transactions ranging from £53,500 up to £670,000.

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 Billesley Common over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	4	£506,250	£478,750	£493,750	£551,875	£646,375
Flats	16	£101,000	£53,875	£70,000	£138,250	£179,250
Semi-Detached	24	£236,000	£188,838	£207,500	£283,250	£460,800
Terraced	18	£197,500	£143,250	£175,500	£221,250	£312,150

10 years median price trend in Billesley Common

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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Crime per 1,000 population

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