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Perry Barr & South Hamstead

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About

Perry Barr & South Hamstead is a residential area in northwest Birmingham, known for its mix of housing and local amenities. The area features a blend of Victorian terraces, postwar homes, and modern developments. Perry Barr Stadium and Alexander Stadium, a key venue for the 2022 Commonwealth Games, are notable landmarks. The A34 runs through the area, providing connections to Birmingham city centre and beyond.

South Hamstead is quieter, with suburban streets and green spaces like Perry Hall Park. Local shops, schools, and community facilities serve the area, while Witton railway station offers transport links. The area has seen regeneration in recent years, including housing projects and improvements to public spaces. Perry Barr & South Hamstead balances urban convenience with quieter residential living.

Area overview

On average Perry Barr & South Hamstead has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 103 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Perry Barr & South Hamstead is £41,600 per year. There are 2 schools in Perry Barr & South Hamstead: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
103
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
5.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Perry Barr & South Hamstead Population
8,605
Population density
3,624.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,105
24.46%
Pakistani
1,565
18.19%
Indian
1,159
13.47%
Caribbean
769
8.94%
Bangladeshi
647
7.52%
Total population: 8,605

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,080
35.62%
Owns with a mortgage
1,025
33.81%
Private landlord or letting agency
623
20.55%
Social rents from council
98
3.23%
Other forms of private rent
98
3.23%
Total households: 3,032

Property prices in Perry Barr & South Hamstead

Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £227,000 in Perry Barr & South Hamstead area, with individual transactions ranging from £14,820 up to £465,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Perry Barr & South Hamstead 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 Perry Barr & South Hamstead over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£273,500
Flats3£66,000
Semi-Detached41£232,000
Terraced19£207,500

10 years median price trend in Perry Barr & South Hamstead

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Perry Barr & South Hamstead.

All postcodes in Perry Barr & South Hamstead

B421NA

Gainsborough Road

B421PL

Wensleydale Road

B421RJ

Pendragon Road

B421RP

Crantock Road

B421PX

Sandringham Road

B421BT

Walsall Road

B421LL

Coleraine Road

B421PG

Nevin Grove

B421PS

Wensleydale Road

B421RG

Teddington Grove

B421RX

Derrydown Road

B421SR

Glendower Road

B422HF

Beeches Road

B421RQ

Pendragon Road

B422HJ

Beeches Road

B421QU

Rocky Lane

B421PE

Nevin Grove

B421DG

Baltimore Road

B421QF

Lymedene Road

B421RZ

Derrydown Road

B421UH

Church Road

B421UJ

Perry Barr & South Hamstead

B421PZ

Sandringham Road

B421BZ

Regina Drive

B421NE

Kingsdown Avenue

B421RF

Alexander Gardens

B421SU

Glendower Road

B421RY

Derrydown Road

B422LT

Walsall Road

B422LU

Walsall Road

B421NJ

Rocky Lane

B421PT

Wensleydale Road

B421QP

Montana Avenue

B421QR

Dorrington Road

B421SW

Cliveden Avenue

B421LW

Coleraine Road

B421QX

Rocky Lane

B421PA

Rocky Lane

B422HW

Poplar Rise

Data Sources

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