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Central Tamworth

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About

Central Tamworth is the commercial and retail hub of the city, located along Peel Street and surrounding streets. The area features a mix of shops, cafes, and services, catering to both locals and visitors. Key landmarks include the Tamworth Town Hall and the regional library, which serve as community focal points. The pedestrian-friendly layout makes it easy to explore the area on foot.

Public transport options are available, with bus routes connecting Central Tamworth to other parts of the city. The area also hosts events and markets, particularly in the central plaza. Nearby parks and the Peel River provide green spaces for relaxation. The blend of businesses and public facilities makes it a practical and accessible part of Tamworth.

Area overview

On average Central Tamworth has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 162 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 29.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Central Tamworth is £35,800 per year. There are 6 schools in Central Tamworth: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
162
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
29.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Central Tamworth Population
8,449
Population density
2,005.1 per km²

Demographics

British
7,339
86.88%
Other White
645
7.64%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
77
0.91%
Indian
49
0.58%
Irish
45
0.53%
Total population: 8,447

Housing

Owns outright
983
23.92%
Owns with a mortgage
891
21.68%
Private landlord or letting agency
848
20.64%
Social rents from council
804
19.57%
Other social rented
459
11.17%
Total households: 4,109

Property prices in Central Tamworth

Based on 124 recent sales, the median property price is £207,500 in Central Tamworth area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £525,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached18£355,000
Flats27£135,000
Semi-Detached33£242,246
Terraced46£194,998

10 years price trend in Central Tamworth

All postcodes in Central Tamworth

B797ET

Moor Street

B797NB

Holloway

B797QR

Apollo

B798AY

Croft Avenue

B798DW

Lawrence Court

B798DL

Burns Road

B798EE

Clifton Avenue

B779SJ

Central Tamworth

B783BW

Collins Grove

B797LB

Albert Road

B797BH

Balfour

B797EY

Moorgate

B797HR

Mill Lane

B797HT

Alexandra Mews

B797NJ

College Lane

B797QD

Balfour

B797QT

Rosy Cross

B798AB

Croft Street

B797SP

Lichfield Road

B797QA

Lichfield Street

B797EB

Hospital Street

B797AH

Anders

B797ED

Cherry Street

B797EU

Prospect Street

B797LW

George Street

B797YL

Downing Drive

B798AE

Croft Street

B798DQ

Masefield Drive

B798EZ

Carlton Crescent

B797TR

Gagarin

B783EP

Central Tamworth

B783EX

Pemberley Drive

B797BZ

Lichfield Street

B797HH

Colehill

B797RD

Halford Street

B797RF

Orchard Street

B798DJ

Masefield Drive

B798JH

Masefield Drive

B798HL

St Ives Close

B783JW

Lady Meadow Close

B797EF

Hospital Street

B797GN

Gagarin

B798AJ

Perry Close

B798BW

Masefield Drive

B798EB

Solway Close

B798JG

Milton Avenue

B783BN

Austen Drive

B797AF

Central Tamworth

B797AP

Spinning School Lane

B797BQ

Lichfield Street

B797EH

Cross Street

B797EQ

Ludgate

B797QZ

Halford Street

B797TA

Anders

B797YQ

Downing Drive

B798BH

Marmion Park

B798HZ

Masefield Drive

B779SG

Central Tamworth

B797DL

Aldergate

B797JR

Albert Road

B798DF

Elizabeth Drive

B798JR

Robert Close

B779SN

Central Tamworth

B797LR

George Street

B797QB

Balfour

B797QY

Moor Street

B797YG

Buckingham Road
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Data Sources

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