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Kingshurst and Fordbridge

About

The Kingshurst and Fordbridge ward is situated in the north of the Solihull borough, bordering Birmingham. It is a primarily residential area characterised by post-war housing estates, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes. The layout is defined by several large, interconnected green spaces, including Babbs Mill Lake and Park, which provides a local nature reserve and walking routes. Local shopping needs are served by a precinct on Kingshurst Way.

Community facilities are centred around the Fordbridge Community Centre and the nearby Kingshurst Parade. The area is home to a number of schools and the Norman Chamberlain Playing Fields, which host various sports activities. Public transport links connect the ward to Birmingham city centre and Solihull town. The Cole Valley runs through the western edge, influencing the green corridor of Babbs Mill.

Area overview

On average Kingshurst and Fordbridge has very high deprivation and moderate 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 per household in Kingshurst and Fordbridge is £43,863 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). Kingshurst and Fordbridge is home to around 13,339 people, with a population density of about 4,763.2 per km2.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

113

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Kingshurst and Fordbridge Population

13,339

Population density

4,763.2 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

55.93(+45%)

Vehicle crime

13.94(+114%)

Criminal damage and arson

12.14(+67%)

Public order

6.9(+14%)

Other theft

5.85(+3%)

West Midlands average

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

Economics

No qualifications

2,765

27.19%

Level 4 qualifications or above

1,864

18.33%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,744

17.15%

Level 3 (A level)

1,636

16.09%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

1,362

13.39%

Total 16+ residents: 10,168

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 80 recent sales, the median property price is £200,000 in Kingshurst and Fordbridge area, with individual transactions ranging from £78,000 up to £400,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, median price per square metre, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Kingshurst and Fordbridge over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	Median £/m²	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	5	£310,000	£3,333	£267,000	£275,000	£315,000	£383,000
Flats	15	£120,000	£2,116	£79,400	£107,500	£139,500	£173,750
Semi-Detached	27	£240,000	£2,963	£194,950	£207,500	£268,568	£326,000
Terraced	33	£190,000	£2,235	£151,200	£170,000	£210,000	£239,000

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: 16/06/2026.

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

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Area overview

Area Profile

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

Housing tenure

Property prices in Kingshurst and Fordbridge

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