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Short Heath

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About

Short Heath is a residential area located in the Erdington district of Birmingham. It is primarily made up of housing, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached homes. The area is served by local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs.

Short Heath Park is a notable green space, offering recreational facilities and open areas for outdoor activities. The area has good transport links, with bus routes connecting it to central Birmingham and nearby suburbs. Its proximity to Erdington High Street provides additional shopping and dining options.

Area overview

On average Short Heath has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 104 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Short Heath is £35,200 per year. There are 4 schools in Short Heath: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
104
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
25.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Short Heath

Based on 59 recent sales, the median property price is £208,000 in Short Heath area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £400,000.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Flats6£114,000
Semi-Detached25£215,000
Terraced28£209,000

10 years price trend in Short Heath

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.