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West Midlands

About

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.

Area Profile

West Midlands Population

5,950,757

Population density

457.8 per km²

Demographics

British

4,275,557

71.85%

Pakistani

319,165

5.36%

Indian

276,030

4.64%

Other White

248,565

4.18%

African

146,089

2.45%

Total population: 5,950,757

Housing

Owns outright

836,014

34.41%

Owns with a mortgage

689,730

28.39%

Private landlord or letting agency

385,809

15.88%

Social rents from council

232,457

9.57%

Other social rented

210,875

8.68%

Total households: 2,429,494

Property prices in West Midlands

Based on 56,018 recent sales, the median property price is £250,000 in West Midlands area, with individual transactions ranging from £10,500 up to £31,000,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 West Midlands over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	15,367	£390,000	£225,000	£315,000	£515,000	£810,000
Flats	5,731	£140,000	£69,250	£109,475	£186,000	£309,998
Semi-Detached	20,086	£249,950	£142,500	£202,000	£300,000	£440,000
Terraced	14,834	£205,000	£105,000	£165,000	£252,000	£375,000

10 years median price trend in West Midlands

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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