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Edgbaston South & University

About

Edgbaston South & University is a residential and academic district in southwest Birmingham. The area is anchored by the University of Birmingham, with its historic red-brick campus and green spaces like Winterbourne House and Garden. Nearby, the Queen Elizabeth Hospital serves as a major healthcare hub. Residential streets feature a mix of Victorian terraces, modern apartments, and student accommodations, catering to both families and university staff.

The area offers convenient transport links, with University station providing rail connections and several bus routes running through the Bristol Road corridor. Local amenities include shops, cafes, and pubs, particularly around the university campus and Edgbaston Village. The district also borders Cannon Hill Park, providing open space for recreation. Its proximity to the city centre makes it a practical location for commuters and students alike.

Area overview

On average Edgbaston South & University has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 83 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Edgbaston South & University is £49,800 per year. There are 9 schools in Edgbaston South & University: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

9/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Edgbaston South & University Population

10,274

Population density

2,336.7 per km²

Demographics

British

4,952

48.2%

Indian

1,234

12.01%

Other White

792

7.71%

Chinese

606

5.9%

Pakistani

560

5.45%

Total population: 10,274

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

915

34.57%

Owns outright

825

31.17%

Owns with a mortgage

638

24.1%

Other forms of private rent

110

4.16%

Other social rented

106

Total households: 2,647

Property prices in Edgbaston South & University

Based on 63 recent sales, the median property price is £315,000 in Edgbaston South & University area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £1,275,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Edgbaston South & University over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	9	£675,000	£486,000	£575,000	£1,050,000	£1,205,000
Flats	33	£190,000	£91,200	£162,000	£227,500	£388,000
Semi-Detached	7	£460,000	£329,000	£401,350	£692,500	£1,051,500
Terraced	14	£397,500	£245,250	£353,304	£440,000	£517,200

10 years median price trend in Edgbaston South & University

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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