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About

California is a residential area located in the northern part of Birmingham, England. It is situated near the border of Sutton Coldfield and is known for its mix of housing, including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and modern developments. The area is well-connected, with easy access to major roads like the A38 and public transport links, making it convenient for commuting.

Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, providing essential services for residents. The area is also close to Sutton Park, one of the largest urban parks in Europe, offering green space for recreation. California has a quiet, suburban feel while remaining within reach of Birmingham’s city center, making it a practical choice for families and professionals.

Area overview

On average California has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 99 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in California is £42,300 per year. There are 2 schools in California: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

25.1%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

California Population

7,739

Population density

3,886.8 per km²

Demographics

British

4,369

56.43%

Other White

442

5.71%

Indian

384

4.96%

African

366

4.73%

Other Asian

291

3.76%

Total population: 7,742

Housing

Owns outright

863

27.13%

Owns with a mortgage

824

25.9%

Social rents from council

722

22.7%

Private landlord or letting agency

576

18.11%

Other social rented

120

3.77%

Total households: 3,181

Property prices in California

Based on 70 recent sales, the median property price is £220,250 in California area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £525,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	7	£345,000	£185,900	£257,500	£403,500	£498,000
Semi-Detached	33	£240,000	£186,200	£210,000	£297,500	£443,900
Terraced	30	£205,000	£127,950	£175,000	£225,750	£281,500

10 years price trend in California

All postcodes in California

B295SP

California

B170RF

Elford Road

B170RH

Wheats Avenue

B170RU

Weymoor Road

B170TP

Derry Close

B295TE

Bottetourt Road

B323EA

Stonehouse Lane

B323AD

Simmons Leasow

B323AR

Middle Acre Road

B323AS

Middle Acre Road

B323BF

Green Acres

B170RT

Weymoor Road

B295JA

Alwold Road

B323BH

Corn Mill Close

B323RP

Simmons Leasow

B170TS

Northfield Road

B295JL

Kemberton Road

B295JP

Alwold Road

B295SS

Burnel Road

B170RY

Weymoor Road

B170QR

Sedgehill Avenue

B295SH

Swinford Road

B295TB

Bottetourt Road

B323AG

Stonehouse Lane

B323XB

Shandon Close

B170RS

Weymoor Road

B295SR

Burnel Road

B295TN

Alwold Road

B295XR

Brinklow Road

B295JN

Kemberton Road

B295RY

Somery Road

B295TA

Radley Grove

B295TF

Bottetourt Road

B323AH

Barnes Hill

B295JE

Alwold Road

B295JS

Alwold Road

B295XY

Flyford Croft

B323AP

Middle Acre Road

B170QF

Mellors Close

B295JW

Kemberton Road

B295ST

Monkton Road

B295XB

Dormston Drive

B296TB

Reservoir Road

B322UU

Vale Close

B323AJ

Stonehouse Hill

B170QQ

Beaumont Drive

B170RL

Elford Road

B295JG

Chatwell Grove

B295SU

Monkton Road

B295UW

Barnes Hill

B295XD

Dormston Drive

B323BE

Barn Croft

B323XL

Stableford Close

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

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