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About

Ward End is a residential area located in the east of Birmingham, approximately 3 miles from the city centre. The ward is bordered by Washwood Heath, Alum Rock, and Stechford, with the A47 and A4040 providing key transport links. Housing in the area is predominantly terraced and semi-detached, with a mix of private and social housing. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of residents.

The area has a strong sense of community, with cultural diversity reflected in its independent businesses and places of worship. Ward End Park is a focal point, offering green space, sports facilities, and a children’s play area. Public transport options include bus routes connecting to central Birmingham and nearby areas, making it accessible for commuters. The ward has seen gradual development, with efforts to improve infrastructure and local services.

Area overview

On average Ward End has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 89 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ward End is £33,900 per year. There are 6 schools in Ward End: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
89
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
22%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ward End Population
13,716
Population density
5,423.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Pakistani
7,770
56.66%
British
1,462
10.66%
African
830
6.05%
Other Asian
809
5.9%
Other
624
4.55%
Total population: 13,714

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,040
28.16%
Owns outright
975
26.4%
Private landlord or letting agency
800
21.66%
Social rents from council
432
11.7%
Other social rented
315
8.53%
Total households: 3,693

Property prices in Ward End

Based on 46 recent sales, the median property price is £200,000 in Ward End area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £300,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ward End 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 Ward End over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats2£76,000
Semi-Detached16£205,000
Terraced28£201,500

10 years median price trend in Ward End

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ward End.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.