Sparkhill is a residential ward located in the southeast of Birmingham, approximately 3 miles from the city center. The area is known for its mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, semi-detached homes, and modern flats. It has a strong sense of community, with local shops, schools, and parks serving as focal points for residents. The ward is well-connected by public transport, with frequent bus services and nearby train stations providing easy access to the city center and beyond.
Sparkhill is home to a diverse population, reflected in its range of independent businesses, restaurants, and places of worship. The area has a bustling high street, Stratford Road, which offers a variety of shops and eateries. Green spaces like Sparkhill Park provide recreational opportunities, while local schools and community centers support families and young people. The ward’s proximity to major roads like the A34 makes it a practical base for commuters.
Area overview
On average Sparkhill has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 99 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sparkhill is £37,654 per year. There are 7 schools in Sparkhill: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
99
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
12%
Connectivity
N/A
Area Profile
Sparkhill Population
21,463
Population density
10,823.5 per km²
Demographics
Ethnic groups
Pakistani
13,609
63.41%
Indian
1,168
5.44%
Bangladeshi
1,061
4.94%
British
1,052
4.9%
Other Asian
928
4.32%
Total population: 21,461
Religion
Muslim
16,991
79.17%
Christian
1,671
7.79%
Not answered
1,203
5.61%
No religion
718
3.35%
Hindu
460
2.14%
Total population: 21,462
Education (age 16+)
No qualifications
5,211
33.13%
Level 4 qualifications or above
3,467
22.04%
Level 3 (A level)
2,242
14.25%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,971
12.53%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,886
11.99%
Total 16+ residents: 15,729
Economic activity (age 16+)
Employed
6,153
39.11%
Looking after home or family
2,579
16.39%
Student
1,875
11.92%
Retired
1,571
9.99%
Other economically inactive
1,374
8.73%
Total 16+ residents: 15,733
Housing
Housing tenure
Owns outright
1,872
34.49%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,413
26.04%
Owns with a mortgage
1,286
23.7%
Other social rented
475
8.75%
Other forms of private rent
205
3.78%
Total households: 5,427
Housing type
Terraced
3,112
57.35%
Semi-detached
1,093
20.14%
Detached
561
10.34%
Purpose-built flat
359
6.62%
Converted/shared house (inc HMO)
169
3.11%
Total households: 5,426
Property prices in Sparkhill
Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £190,000 in Sparkhill area, with individual transactions ranging from £21,466 up to £575,000.
Price distribution per property type (last
year)
Price distribution by property type for Sparkhill 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 Sparkhill over the last year.
Type
Sales
Median
5th percentile
25th percentile (Lower quartile)
75th percentile (Upper quartile)
95th percentile
Detached
5
£300,000
£146,000
£150,000
£300,000
£345,000
Flats
4
£83,750
£58,200
£63,000
£107,500
£119,500
Semi-Detached
15
£206,252
£30,940
£86,000
£300,050
£480,500
Terraced
43
£190,000
£124,375
£169,500
£225,000
£284,300
10 years median price trend
in Sparkhill
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Sparkhill.
