What's the average income in Great Barr?

Average resident income is about £45,800 per year.

What home types are most common in Great Barr?

Housing mix: semi-detached 55.0%, detached 25.9%.

How deprived is Great Barr?

Deprivation score 5/10 (rank 18132 of 32844 in country).

What's the Great Barr population and density?

Great Barr population is 6,829 with density 2391.0 per km².

How much social housing is near Great Barr?

About 4.2% across the Great Barr area.

How many households are in Great Barr?

There are 2,720 households in Great Barr

How safe is Great Barr?

Crime level in Great Barr is moderate with about 54 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are house prices in Great Barr?

Based on 62 recent sales, the median price is £273,500; see the 10-year chart for trends.

What are prices by property type in Great Barr?

Latest medians: Detached £404,900, Semi-detached £268,500, Terraced £303,500, Flats £129,500.

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Q: What schools in Great Barr and how are they rated?

There are 5 schools in Great Barr: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good)

England / West Midlands / Sandwell / Great Barr

About

Great Barr is a suburban area in Sandwell, located on the northern edge of Birmingham. It is known for its mix of residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and local amenities. The area includes a range of housing, from semi-detached homes to larger properties, catering to families and commuters. Nearby transport links, such as the M6 and M5 motorways, provide easy access to Birmingham and beyond.

The area features several parks, including Sandwell Valley Country Park, offering walking trails and outdoor activities. Local shopping options are centered around the Scott Arms and Queslett Road, with supermarkets and independent stores. Great Barr also has a selection of schools and community facilities, making it a practical choice for residents. The blend of urban convenience and open spaces gives the area a balanced appeal.

Area overview

On average Great Barr has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Great Barr is £45,800 per year. There are 5 schools in Great Barr: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

7/10

Social housing

4.2%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Great Barr Population

6,829

Population density

2,391 per km²

Demographics

British

3,732

54.66%

Indian

1,566

22.93%

Caribbean

260

3.81%

Pakistani

255

3.73%

Other

254

3.72%

Total population: 6,828

Housing

Owns outright

1,282

47.15%

Owns with a mortgage

925

34.02%

Private landlord or letting agency

337

12.39%

Social rents from council

3.16%

Other forms of private rent

1.66%

Total households: 2,719

Property prices in Great Barr

Based on 62 recent sales, the median property price is £273,500 in Great Barr area, with individual transactions ranging from £79,200 up to £735,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	13	£404,900	£243,000	£325,000	£436,000	£591,000
Flats	7	£129,500	£101,000	£117,000	£157,500	£166,300
Semi-Detached	34	£268,500	£123,875	£240,500	£290,000	£477,400
Terraced	8	£303,500	£187,375	£225,500	£352,750	£363,600

10 years price trend in Great Barr

All postcodes in Great Barr

B436JN

Beechwood Road

B436NG

Hillside Road

B436NS

Cross Lane

B436NT

Cross Lane

B436PG

Beacon Close

B437BD

Chapel Lane

B437SQ

Highland Road

B437ST

Anderson Crescent

B436AS

Dale Close

B436EX

Whitecrest

B436HG

Whitecrest

B436LL

Pages Lane

B436LP

Pages Lane

B436PB

Sundial Lane

B436RA

Arlen Drive

B437AP

Birmingham Road

B437RS

Ravenhurst Drive

B436EP

Whitecrest

B436AQ

High Beeches

B436EE

Queslade Close

B436HB

Abbotsford Avenue

B437AY

The Grove

B437RY

Peak House Road

B436AU

Monksfield Avenue

B436EW

Whitecrest

B436LJ

Courtenay Gardens

B436LT

Hillcrest Road

B436NF

Hillside Road

B436NU

Cross Lane

B436QL

Chatsworth Avenue

B437AG

Cross Lane

B437AS

Cross Lane

B437SX

Sycamore Road

B436ER

Pevril Way

B436AY

Laureates Close

B436LA

Capener Road

B436LB

Capener Road

B436EY

Marmion Drive

B436JJ

Morjon Drive

B436JP

Carter Road

B436JT

Scott Road

B436NB

Garman Close

B437AT

Merrion's Close

B436AL

Monksfield Avenue

B437SA

Peak House Road

B436EF

Queslade Close

B436EL

Whitecrest

B436EN

Whitecrest

B436LU

Hillcrest Road

B436PH

Great Barr

B436PP

Galton Drive

B436QE

Harewood Avenue

B437AD

Arran Close

B437SR

Waltdene Close

B436LY

Hill Lane

B436QW

Ingestre Drive

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Data Sources

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

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