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About

Northfield ward is located in the southwest of Birmingham, covering areas like Northfield town centre, West Heath, and parts of Longbridge. The ward is known for its mix of residential and commercial spaces, with Northfield High Street serving as a local hub for shops and services. The area has strong transport links, including bus routes and the nearby Northfield railway station, providing connections to central Birmingham and beyond.

Historically, Northfield was shaped by its industrial past, particularly the Longbridge car manufacturing plant, which played a significant role in the local economy. Today, the ward features a range of housing, from terraced homes to newer developments. Green spaces like Cofton Park offer recreational opportunities, while the regeneration of Longbridge has brought new businesses and facilities to the area. Northfield maintains a community-focused atmosphere with local schools, churches, and community centres.

Area overview

On average Northfield has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 106 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Northfield is £43,518 per year. There are 4 schools in Northfield: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
106
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
16.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Northfield Population
10,404
Population density
3,826.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,165
78.49%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
296
2.85%
Other White
268
2.58%
Irish
252
2.42%
African
215
2.07%
Total population: 10,403

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,657
37.28%
Owns with a mortgage
1,483
33.36%
Private landlord or letting agency
619
13.93%
Other social rented
405
9.11%
Social rents from council
159
3.58%
Total households: 4,445

Property prices in Northfield

Based on 159 recent sales, the median property price is £255,000 in Northfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,600 up to £680,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Northfield 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 Northfield over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached18£427,075
Flats23£135,000
Semi-Detached76£271,125
Terraced42£212,500

10 years median price trend in Northfield

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

All postcodes in Northfield

B315DA

Hanging Lane

B312AX

St Josephs Avenue

B312GA

Riverpark Way

B312LH

Kingshurst Road

B312PA

Sir Herbert Austin Way

B312QQ

Pamela Road

B312RH

Hawkesley Mill Lane

B312RQ

Steel Road

B312RR

Peters Avenue

B312SD

Mavis Road

B312BD

Heath Road South

B312HT

Northfield Victoria Common

B312NB

Bunbury Road

B312UP

Sandalls Close

B315DL

Hanging Lane

B319EX

Whitehill Lane

B459AZ

Longbridge South

B312JG

Spinney Close

B312JH

Copse Close

B312JJ

Church Hill

B312LB

Church Road

B312NS

Chatham Road

B312PT

Maas Road

B312TU

The Roundabout

B315BH

West Park Avenue

B315BZ

Hanging Lane

B315DG

Josiah Road

B315EG

Tessall Lane

B315HE

Bradley Close

B312EA

Cornfield Road

B312NR

Rochester Road

B312RE

Belton Grove

B312RJ

Hawkesley Mill Lane

B312XQ

St Josephs Avenue

B312JU

Whitehill Lane

B312PG

Sylvan Avenue

B312SU

Belton Grove

B459GA

Longbridge South

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.