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Hamstead East

About

Hamstead East is a residential area located in the borough of Sandwell, West Midlands. The neighborhood features a mix of housing, including semi-detached homes and terraced properties, with some local amenities catering to daily needs. Green spaces like Hamstead Park provide recreational opportunities, while the area maintains a quiet, suburban atmosphere.

Transport links include bus routes connecting to nearby towns and Birmingham city center. The area is close to industrial zones, offering employment options for residents. Schools and community facilities serve the local population, making it a practical choice for families. Hamstead East balances residential living with convenient access to larger urban centers.

Area overview

On average Hamstead East has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 77 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hamstead East is £40,900 per year. There are 1 schools in Hamstead East: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Hamstead East Population

6,327

Population density

6,114.8 per km²

Demographics

British

3,031

47.94%

Indian

954

15.09%

Caribbean

495

7.83%

African

301

4.76%

Pakistani

210

3.32%

Total population: 6,322

Housing

Owns outright

978

38.53%

Owns with a mortgage

763

30.06%

Private landlord or letting agency

361

14.22%

Social rents from council

338

13.32%

Other social rented

2.17%

Total households: 2,538

Property prices in Hamstead East

Based on 53 recent sales, the median property price is £240,000 in Hamstead East area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £380,000.

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 Hamstead East over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	4	£296,000	£273,100	£281,500	£325,250	£369,050
Flats	7	£130,000	£89,000	£115,000	£131,000	£134,100
Semi-Detached	34	£250,000	£165,350	£222,750	£267,500	£335,000
Terraced	8	£225,000	£152,500	£207,919	£243,500	£259,200

10 years median price trend in Hamstead East

All postcodes in Hamstead East

B436BJ

Bromford Walk

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

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