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About

Billesley ward lies in the south of Birmingham, primarily residential with a mix of housing types from inter-war semis to modern developments. The area is anchored by the large Billesley Common, a significant green space that provides a focal point for recreation. Local shopping needs are served by the central parade on Trittiford Road, offering essential retailers and services. The ward is well-connected by several key bus routes along Alcester and Priory Roads, linking it to wider Birmingham.

A notable local landmark is Stitchley Mill, a former water mill on the River Rea that hints at the area's historical agricultural past. The ward is home to a number of schools, including Billesley Primary School, serving the community's families. Residential streets are generally quiet, with a sense of separation from the more bustling centres of Kings Heath and Moseley nearby. The overall character is one of a settled, established suburban neighbourhood.

Area overview

On average Billesley has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 106 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Billesley is £47,804 per year. There are 7 schools in Billesley: 3 primary (2 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 3 secondary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good). Billesley is home to around 21,175 people, with a population density of about 4,309.5 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
106
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
21%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Billesley Population
21,175
Population density
4,309.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
51.62(+35%)
Vehicle crime
11.24(+71%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.87(-13%)
Criminal damage and arson
9.82(+37%)
Burglary
8.22(+103%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
10,967
51.8%
Pakistani
3,782
17.86%
Indian
1,156
5.46%
Irish
594
2.81%
Other White
532
2.51%
Total population: 21,172

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
4,980
30.71%
No qualifications
3,789
23.37%
Level 3 (A level)
2,549
15.72%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
2,252
13.89%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,553
9.58%
Total 16+ residents: 16,214

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,447
29.95%
Owns with a mortgage
2,366
28.96%
Social rents from council
1,594
19.51%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,146
14.03%
Other social rented
328
4.02%
Total households: 8,169

Property prices in Billesley

Based on 159 recent sales, the median property price is £235,000 in Billesley area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £670,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Billesley in the 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 over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached13£500,000
Flats20£105,000
Semi-Detached60£245,000
Terraced66£230,500

10 years median price trend in Billesley

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Billesley.

Data Sources

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