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Kingshurst and Fordbridge

About

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.

Area overview

On average Kingshurst and Fordbridge has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 109 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).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

109

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Kingshurst and Fordbridge Population

13,339

Population density

4,763.2 per km²

Demographics

British

11,000

82.47%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

586

4.39%

Other White

376

2.82%

Caribbean

242

1.81%

Irish

181

1.36%

Total population: 13,338

Housing

Social rents from council

1,696

30.74%

Owns with a mortgage

1,399

25.36%

Owns outright

1,309

23.73%

Private landlord or letting agency

667

12.09%

Other social rented

325

5.89%

Total households: 5,517

Property prices in Kingshurst and Fordbridge

Based on 86 recent sales, the median property price is £205,000 in Kingshurst and Fordbridge area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £400,000.

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 Kingshurst and Fordbridge over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	4	£362,500	£294,750	£333,750	£381,250	£396,250
Flats	14	£110,750	£75,650	£85,000	£120,000	£134,875
Semi-Detached	34	£262,318	£198,000	£227,000	£289,000	£325,000
Terraced	34	£183,000	£152,000	£171,250	£198,500	£247,350

10 years median price trend in Kingshurst and Fordbridge

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

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