Newtown is a residential ward located in the inner-city area of Birmingham, UK. It is situated just north of the city centre, bordered by areas like Aston and Nechells. The ward is primarily known for its housing estates, with a mix of high-rise flats and low-rise terraced homes. Public transport links provide easy access to the city centre and surrounding neighbourhoods.
The area has a strong sense of community, with local amenities including schools, shops, and parks. Newtown is also home to several places of worship, reflecting its multicultural population. While it has faced challenges with urban regeneration, ongoing developments aim to improve housing and infrastructure. The ward’s proximity to the city centre makes it a practical location for commuters.
On average Newtown has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 181 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 49.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Newtown is £30,458 per year. There are 8 schools in Newtown: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (2 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 36 recent sales, the median property price is £209,500 in Newtown area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £500,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 29 | £236,000 |
| Terraced | 7 | £165,000 |
10 years price trend in Newtown
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Porchester Drive
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Mayflower Close
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Brook View Close
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Burbury Street South
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Mosborough Crescent
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Harford Street
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St Stephens Street
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St Stephens Street
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St Stephens Street
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Little Shadwell Street
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Princip Street
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St Stephens Street
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Lancaster Circus Queensway
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Aston Road
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High Street
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Bridge Street West
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Barr Street
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Guest Grove
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Hunters Vale
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Hunters Vale
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Bridge Street West
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Great King Street
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Mosborough Crescent
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Barr Street
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Hockley & Jewellery Quarter
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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St Stephens Street
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St Stephens Street
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Dunsfold Croft
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Burlington Street
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High Street
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Galena Way
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Howard Street
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Great King Street North
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Geach Street
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Berry Close
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Geach Street
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Barr Street
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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New John Street West
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New John Street West
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St Stephens Street
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New Town Row
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Staniforth Street
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Bagot Street
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New John Street
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Aston Brook Street
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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New Summer Street
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Uxbridge Street
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Unett Street
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Bond Street
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Tower Street
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St Stephens Street
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St Stephens Street
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St Stephens Street
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Blews Street
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St Stephens Street
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Bracebridge Street
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Dunsfold Croft
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Tower Street
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Lozells East
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Henrietta Street
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Alma Street
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Hadfield Croft
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Uxbridge Street
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St Stephens Street
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St Stephens Street
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Lancaster Street
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Staniforth Street
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St Stephens Street
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Moorsom Street
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Brewery Street
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Brearley Street
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Salstar Close
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Park Lane
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Boxhill Close
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Buckingham Street
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Bridge Street West
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Springmeadow Grove
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Porchester Drive
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Villa Street
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Uxbridge Street
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Uxbridge Street
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St Stephens Street
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Shadwell Street
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Bagot Street
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Boxhill Close
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.