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Shard End & Kingfisher

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About

Shard End & Kingfisher is a residential area in northeast Birmingham, bordered by the M6 motorway and the River Cole. The area features a mix of housing, including post-war estates and newer developments, with green spaces like Shard End Park and the Kingfisher Country Park providing outdoor recreation. Local amenities include shops, schools, and community centers, catering to everyday needs.

The Kingfisher Country Park is a key feature, with wetlands, walking trails, and wildlife habitats along the River Cole. Shard End has good transport links via the A47 and nearby train stations, connecting it to central Birmingham. The area has a practical, suburban feel, with a focus on community facilities and access to nature.

Area overview

On average Shard End & Kingfisher has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 98 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 33.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Shard End & Kingfisher is £32,400 per year. There are 4 schools in Shard End & Kingfisher: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
98
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
33.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Shard End & Kingfisher Population
7,423
Population density
3,813.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,550
74.76%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
382
5.15%
Pakistani
282
3.8%
Caribbean
231
3.11%
Other White
230
3.1%
Total population: 7,424

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
863
27.99%
Owns with a mortgage
822
26.66%
Owns outright
683
22.15%
Private landlord or letting agency
344
11.16%
Other social rented
233
7.56%
Total households: 3,083

Property prices in Shard End & Kingfisher

Based on 59 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in Shard End & Kingfisher area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £301,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Shard End & Kingfisher 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 Shard End & Kingfisher over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats4£121,000
Semi-Detached18£219,000
Terraced37£205,000

10 years median price trend in Shard End & Kingfisher

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Shard End & Kingfisher.

Data Sources

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