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.
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).
Based on 81 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.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 17 | £325,000 |
| Flats | 7 | £130,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 45 | £240,000 |
| Terraced | 12 | £186,750 |
10 years price trend in Great Barr with Yew Tree
B437AS
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WS54RG
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WS54ST
Lavender Close
WS54UT
Greenside Way
WS54UU
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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
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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
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.