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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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Guthrie Close
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Lennox Street
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Hockley & Jewellery Quarter
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Buckingham Street
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Shillcock Grove
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Uxbridge Street
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Aldgate Grove
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St Stephens Street
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St Stephens Street
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New Town Row
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Staniforth Street
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Corporation Street
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Miller Street
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Parliament Street
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Henrietta Street
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Hampton Street
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Hockley & Jewellery Quarter
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Autumn Grove
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Newtown Drive
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Barr 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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St Stephens Street
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Staniforth Street
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Lancaster Street
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Parliament Street
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St Stephens Street
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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St Stephens Street
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Alma Street
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Lozells East
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Great King Street
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Smith Street
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Shadwell Street
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Lancaster Street
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Bagot Street
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Shefford Road
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High Street
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New John Street West
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St Stephens Street
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Hospital Street
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St Stephens Street
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Great King Street North
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Guthrie Close
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Hospital Street
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Villa Street
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Gee Street
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Barr Street
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Uxbridge Street
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St Stephens Street
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St Stephens Street
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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St Stephens Street
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Blews Street
B193DP
Hockley Street
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
B186EN
Hockley & Jewellery Quarter
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New John Street West
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Markford Walk
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Melbourne Avenue
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Frankfort Street
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Lower Tower Street
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Bridge Street West
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Milton Street
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Farm Croft
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Well Street
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Unett Street
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Westhorpe Grove
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Unett Street
B193PD
New John Street West
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Brearley Street
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St Stephens Street
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Rudgewick Croft
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Dunsfold Croft
B991AS
North Central & Dartmouth Circus
B46NP
Loveday Street
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New John Street West
B192JX
Porchester Street
B193XB
Hospital Street
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
B192XJ
Hunters Vale
B193AY
Mosborough Crescent
B193BZ
Unett Street
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North Central & Dartmouth Circus
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Brearley Street
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Cliveland Street
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Shadwell Street
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Shadwell Street
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Staniforth Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.