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.
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).
Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £220,000 in California area, with individual transactions ranging from £59,000 up to £525,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 5 | £372,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 31 | £233,000 |
| Terraced | 30 | £205,000 |
10 years price trend 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
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.