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Olton & Kineton Green

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About

The Olton & Kineton Green area is situated in the northern part of the Solihull borough. It is primarily a residential district featuring a mix of housing types, including semi-detached and detached homes from various periods. The area is served by local shopping parades providing essential retail and services. Olton railway station offers direct connections to Birmingham city centre and Solihull town centre, making it a commuter location. The Grand Union Canal runs along the western edge, providing a linear green space for walking and cycling.

The local geography includes several parks and recreational grounds, such as Kineton Green Park. Olton Mere, a notable lake, is a focal point for wildlife and offers a quiet, natural space within the urban setting. The area has a number of schools serving different age groups. Its proximity to major road links like the A41 supports accessibility, while maintaining a distinctly suburban character separate from the larger commercial centres nearby.

Area overview

On average Olton & Kineton Green has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 55 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Olton & Kineton Green is £51,093 per year. There are 6 schools in Olton & Kineton Green: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Olton & Kineton Green is home to around 6,691 people, with a population density of about 4,055.4 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
55
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
11.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Olton & Kineton Green Population
6,691
Population density
4,055.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
24.06(-37%)
Shoplifting
16.44(+88%)
Vehicle crime
7.47(+13%)
Other theft
5.68(-1%)
Anti-social behaviour
5.53(-51%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,639
69.31%
Pakistani
456
6.81%
Indian
417
6.23%
Irish
188
2.81%
Other White
174
2.6%
Total population: 6,693

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,060
36.88%
No qualifications
1,028
18.41%
Level 3 (A level)
888
15.9%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
706
12.64%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
509
9.11%
Total 16+ residents: 5,585

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,026
34.83%
Owns with a mortgage
898
30.48%
Private landlord or letting agency
528
17.92%
Social rents from council
265
9%
Other social rented
156
5.3%
Total households: 2,946

Property prices in Olton & Kineton Green

Based on 58 recent sales, the median property price is £282,000 in Olton & Kineton Green area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £930,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Olton & Kineton Green 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 Olton & Kineton Green over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£433,500
Flats15£168,000
Semi-Detached25£300,000
Terraced12£250,500

10 years median price trend in Olton & Kineton Green

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Olton & Kineton Green.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.