Kingshurst and Fordbridge is a residential ward located in the northern part of Solihull, near the border with Birmingham. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. Local amenities include shops, schools, and community centres, catering to everyday needs. The ward is bordered by open green spaces, including Babbs Mill Park, which offers walking paths and a lake.
Public transport links connect Kingshurst and Fordbridge to nearby areas, including Birmingham city centre. The ward has a strong sense of community, with regular events and activities organised by local groups. While the area is largely residential, there are some light industrial units on the outskirts. The nearby A452 provides road access to Solihull town centre and beyond. Kingshurst and Fordbridge offers a practical, suburban living environment with easy access to both urban and natural spaces.
On average Kingshurst and Fordbridge has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 113 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 36.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Kingshurst and Fordbridge is £33,940 per year. There are 8 schools in Kingshurst and Fordbridge: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 4 secondary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good).
Based on 70 recent sales, the median property price is £205,000 in Kingshurst and Fordbridge area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £375,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 2 | £330,000 |
| Flats | 13 | £110,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 23 | £243,000 |
| Terraced | 32 | £186,000 |
10 years price trend in Kingshurst and Fordbridge
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Moxhull Road
B376NR
Corinne Croft
B375AN
Lowerstack Croft
B375DQ
Blackcat Close
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Perch Avenue
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Babbs Mill Drive
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Auckland Drive
B375AW
Lowerstack Croft
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Grandys Croft
B375DG
Blackcat Close
B375HT
Fordbridge
B375HX
Kington Gardens
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Leyburn Road
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Wishaw Grove
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Colly Croft
B375LF
Fencote Avenue
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Fordbridge
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Elmore Close
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Cooks Lane
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Meriden Drive
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Dunton Road
B375AA
Cooks Lane
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Bosworth Drive
B375NB
Cooks Lane
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Bannerlea Road
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Tile Grove
B375AE
Glovers Croft
B375DJ
Nineacres Drive
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Chester Close
B375HR
Kington Gardens
B375JB
Grassington Drive
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Meriden Drive
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Kingshurst Way
B376ET
Holliars Grove
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.