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Yardley West & Stechford

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About

Yardley West & Stechford is a residential ward in east Birmingham, covering areas such as Stechford, Yardley, and parts of Acocks Green. The ward is bordered by major roads like the A45 and A4040, providing connections to central Birmingham and Solihull. Housing consists mainly of interwar and postwar terraced and semi-detached homes, with some newer developments. Local amenities include shops along Station Road and Stechford Retail Park, catering to everyday needs.

The ward features several green spaces, including Stechford Cascades and the River Cole corridor, offering walking and cycling routes. Public transport is served by Stechford railway station and multiple bus routes. Schools like Yardley Primary and St Edmund Campion Catholic School serve the community. Industrial areas near the A47 provide employment opportunities, while the mix of residential and commercial spaces creates a balanced urban environment.

Area overview

On average Yardley West & Stechford has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 131 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Yardley West & Stechford is £35,874 per year. There are 4 schools in Yardley West & Stechford: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
131
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
22.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Yardley West & Stechford Population
13,593
Population density
7,807.6 per km²

Demographics

Pakistani
5,073
37.32%
British
3,799
27.95%
Other Asian
702
5.16%
Bangladeshi
679
5%
African
616
4.53%
Total population: 13,592

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,192
27.79%
Owns outright
1,066
24.85%
Private landlord or letting agency
868
20.23%
Social rents from council
683
15.92%
Other social rented
357
8.32%
Total households: 4,290

Property prices in Yardley West & Stechford

Based on 52 recent sales, the median property price is £217,500 in Yardley West & Stechford area, with individual transactions ranging from £32,500 up to £450,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£335,000
Flats4£123,250
Semi-Detached25£250,000
Terraced21£210,000

10 years price trend in Yardley West & Stechford

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Data Sources

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