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Birchfield West

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About

Birchfield West is a residential area located in the northwest of Birmingham, near the borders of Handsworth and Perry Barr. The area is primarily made up of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, along with some mid-20th-century developments. It is well-connected by public transport, with several bus routes serving the area and the nearby Perry Barr railway station providing links to central Birmingham and beyond.

The area features a mix of local shops, cafes, and takeaways, catering to everyday needs. Birchfield Road serves as a main thoroughfare, offering a range of amenities. Nearby green spaces include Birchfield Park, which provides recreational facilities and open space for residents. The area is also close to Alexander Stadium, a major sports venue in Birmingham. Birchfield West has a diverse community, with a blend of long-term residents and newer arrivals.

Area overview

On average Birchfield West has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 102 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 37.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Birchfield West is £32,600 per year. There are 5 schools in Birchfield West: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
102
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
37.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Birchfield West Population
11,205
Population density
9,596.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Pakistani
3,086
27.53%
Bangladeshi
1,560
13.92%
Caribbean
1,326
11.83%
African
1,324
11.81%
Indian
1,226
10.94%
Total population: 11,209

Housing

Housing tenure

Other social rented
993
28.53%
Owns outright
779
22.38%
Private landlord or letting agency
720
20.68%
Owns with a mortgage
508
14.59%
Social rents from council
349
10.03%
Total households: 3,481

Property prices in Birchfield West

Based on 22 recent sales, the median property price is £204,000 in Birchfield West area, with individual transactions ranging from £42,500 up to £407,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Birchfield West 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 Birchfield West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached2£401,000
Terraced20£193,000

10 years median price trend in Birchfield West

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.