The West Midlands is a metropolitan county in central England, covering an area of approximately 900 square kilometres. It includes the cities of Birmingham, Coventry, and Wolverhampton, as well as several smaller towns. The region is known for its industrial heritage, particularly in manufacturing and engineering. Birmingham, the largest city, serves as a major commercial and cultural hub, with a mix of modern developments and historic landmarks.
The area is well-connected by road and rail, with the M6 motorway and Birmingham New Street station providing key transport links. The West Midlands also features green spaces like Sutton Park and the Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The region has a diverse economy, with sectors such as finance, education, and technology playing significant roles alongside traditional industries.
Based on 57,302 recent sales, the median property price is £250,000 in West Midlands area, with individual transactions ranging from £10,500 up to £7,950,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £385,000; semi-detached at £247,000; terraced at £200,000; flats at £140,000.
10 years price trend in West Midlands
Birmingham
Bromsgrove
Cannock Chase
Coventry
Dudley
East Staffordshire
Herefordshire, County of
Lichfield
Malvern Hills
Newcastle-under-Lyme
North Warwickshire
Nuneaton and Bedworth
Redditch
Rugby
Sandwell
Shropshire
Solihull
South Staffordshire
Stafford
Staffordshire Moorlands
Stoke-on-Trent
Stratford-on-Avon
Tamworth
Telford and Wrekin
Walsall
Warwick
Wolverhampton
Worcester
Wychavon
Wyre Forest
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.