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England / West Midlands / Birmingham / Central

About

The Central area of Birmingham is the city's main commercial and retail hub, centered around landmarks like Victoria Square and the Bullring shopping complex. It features a mix of historic buildings, such as the Council House, alongside modern developments like the Library of Birmingham. Public transport links, including New Street Station, make it a key transit point for the region.

The area is known for its shopping, dining, and entertainment options, with high streets like Corporation Street and the Grand Central mall attracting visitors. Cultural venues, including Symphony Hall and the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, are also located here. The mix of business, leisure, and transport facilities makes it a busy and practical part of the city.

Area overview

On average Central has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 933 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Central is £46,600 per year. There are 1 schools in Central: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
933
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
14.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Central Population
6,145
Population density
5,503.3 per km²

Demographics

British
2,309
37.58%
Other White
911
14.83%
Chinese
455
7.41%
Indian
441
7.18%
African
427
6.95%
Total population: 6,144

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
2,630
64.7%
Other social rented
494
12.15%
Owns with a mortgage
486
11.96%
Owns outright
225
5.54%
Social rents from council
115
2.83%
Total households: 4,065

Property prices in Central

Based on 126 recent sales, the median property price is £260,000 in Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £84,000 up to £975,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Flats124£260,000
Terraced2£855,000

10 years price trend in Central

All postcodes in Central

B12AH

Central

B186DH

Kenyon Street

B186DY

Kenyon Street

B24NS

New Street

B31EP

Water Street

B31JP

Fleet Street

B31RD

Cox Street

B31UD

Mary Street

B32NU

Livery Street

B46AA

Bull Street

B46AB

Bull Street

B47TA

High Street

B11TW

Holliday Street

B193LY

Central

B24BA

New Street

B24SH

Central

B24SP

Central

B25RE

Bennett's Hill

B25SN

Bennett's Hill

B33BG

Margaret Street

B33DA

Central

B31DA

Newhall Street

B31DE

Central

B31EE

Lionel Street

B31JB

Central

B31SA

Brook Street

B31TT

Northwood Street

B31UQ

Caroline Street

B32JN

Cornwall Street

B46HQ

Central

B47LD

Central

B24AG

Central

B11HH

Holliday Street

B11RF

Central

B24BU

Central

B24DU

Ethel Street

B25HG

Temple Row

B32NP

Church Street

B31DG

Lionel Street

B31EB

Mary Ann Street

B31HA

Livery Street

B32FG

Central

B32JA

Central

B33LX

Newhall Street

B46AG

Central
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Data Sources

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