Washwood Heath is a residential and industrial area in east Birmingham, covering parts of Ward End and Saltley. The area is known for its mix of housing, including terraced homes and postwar estates, alongside industrial units and retail parks. Major roads like the A47 and A452 run through the area, connecting it to central Birmingham and the M6 motorway.
Local amenities include schools, community centers, and places of worship serving the area's multicultural population. Washwood Heath has a strong industrial heritage, with former manufacturing sites now repurposed for modern businesses. The area also features green spaces like Brookvale Park, providing recreational space for residents. Public transport links include bus routes and the nearby Stechford railway station.
On average Washwood Heath has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 90 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 Washwood Heath is £30,300 per year. There are 5 schools in Washwood Heath: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 21 recent sales, the median property price is £170,000 in Washwood Heath area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £350,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 1 | £350,000 |
| Flats | 2 | £91,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 7 | £161,000 |
| Terraced | 11 | £190,000 |
10 years price trend in Washwood Heath
B82BU
Clover Lea Square
B82QH
Northleigh Road
B82US
Common Lane
B82UU
Coronation Road
B81QT
Dorset Road
B82XX
Washwood Heath Road
B83JU
Nansen Road
B81PN
Herrick Road
B82QU
Wardend Road
B82XJ
Washwood Heath Road
B82XQ
Lime Tree Road
B82BH
St Margarets Avenue
B82HF
Washwood Heath Road
B82XL
Washwood Heath Road
B82XR
Woodcote Drive
B82XU
Washwood Heath Road
B83QF
Dysons Gardens
B81QH
Arley Road
B81QW
Poplar Drive
B82UN
Common Lane
B83FF
Washwood Heath
B83JP
Nansen Road
B81PG
Easby Way
B82BY
Over Pool Road
B83QT
Berry Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.