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Birmingham

England / West Midlands / Birmingham

About

Birmingham is a major district in the West Midlands, known for its industrial heritage and urban landscape. The area features a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial zones, with landmarks like the Bullring shopping centre and the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. The city’s canal network, once vital for trade, now adds character to its modern infrastructure.

The district is a hub for transport, with Birmingham New Street station connecting it to other UK cities. Areas like Digbeth and the Jewellery Quarter reflect its historical roots, while newer developments focus on business and culture. The population is varied, with communities from different backgrounds contributing to its identity. Green spaces like Cannon Hill Park provide a contrast to the built-up surroundings.

Area overview

On average Birmingham has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 121 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Birmingham is £40,049 per year. There are 519 schools in Birmingham: 305 primary (35 Outstanding and 226 Good) and 89 secondary (17 Outstanding and 57 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
121
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
23.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Birmingham Population
1,144,919
Population density
4,275.4 per km²

Demographics

British
491,211
42.9%
Pakistani
195,102
17.04%
African
66,822
5.84%
Indian
66,519
5.81%
Bangladeshi
48,232
4.21%
Total population: 1,144,922

Housing

Owns outright
114,970
27.15%
Owns with a mortgage
108,046
25.52%
Private landlord or letting agency
86,669
20.47%
Social rents from council
58,609
13.84%
Other social rented
40,890
9.66%
Total households: 423,455

Property prices in Birmingham

Based on 8,377 recent sales, the median property price is £234,950 in Birmingham area, with individual transactions ranging from £10,950 up to £2,050,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached904£445,000
Flats1,568£155,000
Semi-Detached2,966£260,000
Terraced2,939£214,000

10 years price trend in Birmingham

Data Sources

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