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Great Barr with Yew Tree

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About

Great Barr, located in the northern part of Sandwell, is a residential area with a mix of housing, including detached homes, semis, and terraces. The Yew Tree ward, part of Great Barr, features local amenities such as schools, parks, and shopping areas along the Queslett Road and Aldridge Road. The area is well-connected by public transport, with bus routes linking to Birmingham and Walsall.

Yew Tree ward includes green spaces like the Queslett Nature Reserve, offering walking trails and wildlife. The area has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and facilities such as the Yew Tree Community Centre. Great Barr is also home to several schools, including Q3 Academy, serving families in the area. The ward balances suburban living with easy access to nearby urban centres.

Area overview

On average Great Barr with Yew Tree has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 60 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Great Barr with Yew Tree is £43,147 per year. There are 5 schools in Great Barr with Yew Tree: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
60
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
15.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Great Barr with Yew Tree Population
13,509
Population density
3,453.5 per km²

Demographics

British
7,028
52.03%
Indian
2,772
20.52%
Caribbean
593
4.39%
Pakistani
471
3.49%
Other
453
3.35%
Total population: 13,508

Housing

Owns outright
1,732
33.82%
Owns with a mortgage
1,667
32.55%
Private landlord or letting agency
719
14.04%
Social rents from council
630
12.3%
Other social rented
254
4.96%
Total households: 5,121

Property prices in Great Barr with Yew Tree

Based on 95 recent sales, the median property price is £243,500 in Great Barr with Yew Tree area, with individual transactions ranging from £79,200 up to £735,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£315,000
Flats7£129,500
Semi-Detached55£245,000
Terraced18£190,000

10 years price trend in Great Barr with Yew Tree

All postcodes in Great Barr with Yew Tree

B437AS

Cross Lane

WS54RG

Willowherb Close

WS54ST

Lavender Close

WS54UT

Greenside Way

WS54UU

Lupin Grove

B437SX

Sycamore Road

B436ER

Pevril Way

B436AY

Laureates Close

B436LA

Capener Road

B436LB

Capener Road

WS54HE

Ladbury Road

WS54HW

Radford Close

WS54HX

Fir Tree Drive

B436EY

Marmion Drive

B436JJ

Morjon Drive

B436JP

Carter Road

B436JT

Scott Road

B436NB

Garman Close

B437AT

Merrion's Close

WS54BG

The Primroses

WS54EH

Brindle Road

WS54JY

Shustoke Lane

WS54LJ

Cedar Close

WS54SD

Sorrel Drive

WS54SN

Hedera Close

B437SA

Peak House Road

WS54EA

Birchfield Way

WS54RZ

Dewberry Drive

WS54TF

Radnor Croft

B436EF

Queslade Close

B436EL

Whitecrest

B436EN

Whitecrest

B436LU

Hillcrest Road

B436PH

Great Barr

B436PP

Galton Drive

B437AD

Arran Close

B437SR

Waltdene Close

WS54DS

Laurel Road

WS54DZ

Berry Crescent

WS54HA

Acacia Avenue

WS54SJ

Pennyroyal Close

B436LY

Hill Lane

WS54BJ

Greenside Way

WS54EE

Biddlestone Grove

WS54JJ

Maple Drive

WS54RQ

Columbine Close

WS54SL

Tanacetum Drive
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Data Sources

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