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Druids Heath

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About

Druids Heath is a residential area located in the southern part of Birmingham, approximately 5 miles from the city center. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of terraced homes, flats, and low-rise apartment blocks. It is bordered by several green spaces, including the nearby Lickey Hills, offering outdoor recreation opportunities. Local amenities include a small shopping precinct, a community center, and a few schools serving the neighborhood.

Public transport links connect Druids Heath to central Birmingham, with bus routes providing access to nearby areas like Kings Norton and Longbridge. The area has a quiet, suburban feel, with pockets of open land and wooded areas. While it lacks major attractions, its proximity to larger retail and employment hubs makes it a practical location for commuters. The community is tight-knit, with local initiatives and events often organized through the neighborhood center.

Area overview

On average Druids Heath has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 121 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 47.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Druids Heath is £29,300 per year. There are 3 schools in Druids Heath: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
121
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
47.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Druids Heath Population
6,239
Population density
5,081.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,029
64.55%
African
373
5.98%
Pakistani
282
4.52%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
273
4.37%
Caribbean
264
4.23%
Total population: 6,242

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
1,217
45.72%
Owns outright
569
21.37%
Owns with a mortgage
456
17.13%
Private landlord or letting agency
223
8.38%
Other social rented
115
4.32%
Total households: 2,662

Property prices in Druids Heath

Based on 20 recent sales, the median property price is £198,000 in Druids Heath area, with individual transactions ranging from £149,950 up to £265,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Druids Heath in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Druids Heath over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached5£170,000
Terraced15£198,000

10 years median price trend in Druids Heath

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Druids Heath.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.