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Old Oscott

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About

Old Oscott is a residential area in north Birmingham, located near Kingstanding and Perry Barr. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes. Local amenities include small shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs. The area is well-connected by road, with the A34 running nearby, providing links to central Birmingham and beyond.

Old Oscott has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with several churches and community centers serving residents. The area is close to Sutton Park, one of the largest urban parks in Europe, offering green space and outdoor activities. Public transport options include bus routes, making it accessible for commuters. The neighborhood retains a traditional feel, with older properties alongside more modern developments.

Area overview

On average Old Oscott has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 82 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Old Oscott is £35,700 per year. There are 2 schools in Old Oscott: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
82
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
21.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Old Oscott Population
6,110
Population density
5,717.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,585
75.07%
Caribbean
218
3.57%
Other White
186
3.05%
Indian
178
2.91%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
161
2.64%
Total population: 6,108

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
768
31.92%
Owns outright
708
29.43%
Social rents from council
410
17.04%
Private landlord or letting agency
383
15.92%
Other social rented
72
2.99%
Total households: 2,406

Property prices in Old Oscott

Based on 65 recent sales, the median property price is £193,500 in Old Oscott area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £330,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Old Oscott 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 Old Oscott over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£185,000
Flats4£157,500
Semi-Detached29£211,000
Terraced31£193,500

10 years median price trend in Old Oscott

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

All postcodes in Old Oscott

B449LR

Blythe Grove

B449RA

Cooksey Lane

B449JB

Wandsworth Road

B449QJ

Esher Road

B449QX

Cooksey Lane

B449AJ

Amblecote Avenue

B449ER

Farrow Road

B449PJ

Brompton Road

B449PL

Brompton Road

Data Sources

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