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About

Moseley is a residential area located in the south of Birmingham, approximately 4 miles from the city center. The ward is known for its mix of Victorian and Edwardian houses, with tree-lined streets and green spaces like Moseley Park. The area has a strong community feel, with local events such as the Moseley Folk Festival drawing visitors. Public transport links include bus routes connecting to Birmingham city center and nearby suburbs.

The ward features a range of independent shops, cafes, and pubs, particularly along Alcester Road and St Mary’s Row. Moseley Bog, a nature reserve linked to author J.R.R. Tolkien, adds a historical and ecological element to the area. Schools and healthcare facilities serve the local population, while the nearby Wake Green Park provides additional recreational space. Moseley maintains a balance between urban convenience and quieter residential living.

Area overview

On average Moseley has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 100 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Moseley is £44,092 per year. There are 13 schools in Moseley: 8 primary (2 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
100
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
18.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Moseley Population
21,839
Population density
3,696.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,888
40.7%
Pakistani
5,175
23.7%
Indian
1,389
6.36%
Other White
997
4.57%
Other
671
3.07%
Total population: 21,840

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,560
27.95%
Private landlord or letting agency
2,387
26.06%
Owns with a mortgage
2,138
23.34%
Other social rented
1,425
15.56%
Social rents from council
397
4.33%
Total households: 9,160

Property prices in Moseley

Based on 188 recent sales, the median property price is £281,000 in Moseley area, with individual transactions ranging from £39,000 up to £1,340,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Moseley in the 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 Moseley over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached31£700,000
Flats83£168,000
Semi-Detached33£500,000
Terraced41£334,000

10 years median price trend in Moseley

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Moseley.

All postcodes in Moseley

B139RJ

Southlands Road

B130AE

Wake Green East & Moseley Bog

B138AP

Alcester Road

B138JL

Alcester Road

B138LA

Moor Green & Cannon Hill

B138QY

Queensbridge Road

B138RS

Russell Road

B139BS

Sandford Road

B139EZ

Moseley Village

B139TG

Paton Grove

B139TH

Cotton Lane

B139UL

Woodfield Road

B139XZ

Wake Green Park

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.