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Winson Green & Gib Heath

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About

Winson Green & Gib Heath are residential areas located in the west of Birmingham, approximately 2 miles from the city center. The area is known for its mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, postwar homes, and modern developments. It is home to HMP Birmingham, one of the largest prisons in the UK, which has shaped the local identity. The nearby City Hospital serves as a key employer and healthcare provider for the community.

The area has good transport links, with Winson Green Metro stop providing easy access to Birmingham city center and beyond. Local amenities include small shops, takeaways, and community spaces like the Winson Green Library. Nearby Handsworth Park offers green space for recreation. The area has a diverse population, with a strong sense of community despite its urban setting. Gib Heath, bordering Winson Green, shares similar characteristics but is quieter, with more suburban housing and open spaces.

Area overview

On average Winson Green & Gib Heath has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 185 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 37.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Winson Green & Gib Heath is £33,900 per year. There are 5 schools in Winson Green & Gib Heath: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
185
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
37.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Winson Green & Gib Heath Population
11,386
Population density
6,195.5 per km²

Demographics

Pakistani
1,965
17.26%
African
1,642
14.43%
Indian
1,460
12.83%
Caribbean
1,353
11.89%
British
1,267
11.13%
Total population: 11,382

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,117
28.06%
Other social rented
881
22.13%
Owns outright
705
17.71%
Social rents from council
579
14.54%
Owns with a mortgage
524
13.16%
Total households: 3,981

Property prices in Winson Green & Gib Heath

Based on 39 recent sales, the median property price is £165,000 in Winson Green & Gib Heath area, with individual transactions ranging from £46,400 up to £290,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£191,500
Flats3£120,000
Semi-Detached6£173,000
Terraced28£162,500

10 years price trend in Winson Green & Gib Heath

All postcodes in Winson Green & Gib Heath

B185EW

Lodge Road

B185QH

All Saints' Street

B185RL

Hobson Close

B185RP

Central Park Drive

B187PD

College Street

B191AT

Winson Green & Gib Heath

B210UU

Piers Road

B184LP

Foundry Road

B184PW

Markby Road

B184QE

Handsworth New Road

B185JA

Park Road

B185JD

Park Road

B185RJ

Lodge Road

B210SX

Nineveh Road

B210TA

Nineveh Road

B185RE

Norton Street

B185PP

Whitmore Street

B210TD

Nineveh Avenue
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.