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B2 Area Report

Birmingham

Data from 22 official government & open-data sources · Updated June 2026

£158,000
Median Price
Postcode district (B2)
HIGH
Crime Level
Postcode district (B2)
32
Schools Nearby
35/100
Transport Score
~50 Mbps
Broadband Est.
5.1/10

Investment Score

Average

Based on rental yield, price growth, safety, schools, transport & flood risk in B2

Rental Yield
5.7
Price Growth
6.3
Safety
1.5
Schools
7.3
Transport
3.5
Flood Risk
6
Planning Friction
8.5
Climate Resilience
4

Crime Statistics

HIGH CRIMEPostcode district (B2)

Higher crime levels, significantly influenced by nearby retail/commercial areas.

1420
Crimes/month
291
Area average

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Source: Police.uk • Open Government Licence

Deprivation Index (IMD)Local authority (Birmingham)

DECILE 3/10 — 20–30% most deprived

Birmingham has above-average deprivation, in the bottom 30% of areas nationally.

income
3
employment
3
education
4
health
3
crime
4
housing
5
environment
4

1 = most deprived 10%, 10 = least deprived 10% nationally

Source: MHCLG Index of Multiple Deprivation 2025 • Open Government Licence

House Price Index

Local-authority-wide figures for Birmingham (the HPI is only published at LAD level). For the B2-specific median see the headline above and the sales sections below.

£231,530
Birmingham average
-0.4%
Annual Change
Cooling
Market

Average Price by Type

£438,449
Detached
£270,543
Semi-Detached
£218,693
Terraced
£145,107
Flat

24-Month Price Trend

01/12/2002: £92,268
01/12/2003: £113,763
01/12/2004: £129,437
01/12/2005: £132,493
01/12/2006: £138,785
01/12/2007: £143,161
01/12/2008: £127,724
01/12/2009: £129,665
01/12/2010: £130,817
01/12/2011: £125,859
01/12/2012: £128,157
01/12/2013: £133,510
01/12/2014: £141,027
01/12/2015: £148,859
01/12/2016: £161,029
01/12/2017: £172,917
01/12/2018: £183,247
01/12/2019: £182,379
01/12/2020: £192,065
01/12/2021: £207,532
01/12/2022: £233,948
01/12/2023: £224,814
01/12/2024: £232,547
01/12/2025: £231,530
01/12/200201/12/2025

Source: HM Land Registry UK House Price Index (as of 01/12/2025) • Open Government Licence

Schools & Education

14
Primary
5
Secondary
1
Sixth Form
10
Independent
2
Nursery
32
Within 1 mile

Breakdown of all 32 schools within 1 mile, by phase.

GCSE Performance (2024/25)

44.7
Avg Attainment 8
+5.2% vs national (42.5)
44.8%
Grade 5+ Eng & Maths
National: 45.4%
ABOVE NATIONAL AVERAGE

Based on 104 secondary schools in Birmingham

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Source: Department for Education • School Performance Tables 2024/25

Transport Links

35/100
Limited transport options - primarily bus-dependent.

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Source: TfL API & National Rail

Price Trends

Momentum for Birmingham. For the headline B2 median see the top of the page; for the smoothed local-authority average see the House Price Index section above.

-0.4%
1 Year Change
cooling
Market Status
Birmingham
Area Tracked

12 Month Trend

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Source: ONS House Price Index • Open Government Licence

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Council Tax📍Postcode-level

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C
Band C
£52,001 - £68,000 (1991 valuation)
Est. £1,778/year
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Band A
Up to £40,000
Band B
£40,001 - £52,000
Band C
£52,001 - £68,000
Band D
£68,001 - £88,000
Band E
£88,001 - £120,000
Band F
£120,001 - £160,000
Band G
£160,001 - £320,000
Band H
Over £320,000

Source: Valuation Office Agency

Property timeline📍Postcode-level

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Sales and planning applications at this postcode, most recent first.

  1. Sept 2021 · PLANNING
    Installation of 1 no. non-illuminated totem sign to replace existing on corner of Dolphin Road and Dolphin Way
    ApproveAWDM/1399/21
  2. Sept 2013 · PLANNING
    Details pursuant to condition 3 (external lighting) of reserved matters approval dated 30/04/2010 (ref:2010/0864/P) for the erection of a nine storey building for use as offices (Class B1) on upper floors, shopping/food and drink uses (Classes A1-A5) and new entrance to underground at ground floor level within development zone B2 as required by conditions 3, 6, 16-23, 27-28, 31, 33-36, 45, 48-49, 51, 55-56, 60, 64-67 of outline planning permission granted 22/12/06 subject to a S106 agreement (Ref: 2004/2307/P) for a comprehensive, phased, mixed-use development of former railway lands within the Kings Cross Opportunity Area.
    Final Decision2013/4843/P
  3. Apr 2013 · PLANNING
    Details pursuant to condition 2a (sample panels of external materials and finishes) 2b (sample of cast iron column ) of planning permission dated 30/04/2010 (Ref: 2010/0864/P) for submission of reserved matters associated with the erection of a nine storey building (basement and public realm dealt with under separate applications) for use as offices (Class B1) on upper floors, shopping/food and drink uses (Classes A1-A5) and new entrance to underground at ground floor level within Development Zone B2 as required by conditions 3, 6, 16-23, 27-28, 31, 33-36, 45, 48-49, 51, 55-56, 60, 64-67 of outline planning permission granted 22/12/06 subject to a S106 agreement (Ref: 2004/2307/P) for a comprehensive, phased, mixed-use development of former railway lands within the Kings Cross Opportunity Area.
    Final Decision2013/0899/P
  4. Jul 2012 · PLANNING
    External alterations associated with the installation of door within front lightwell at basement level and installation of asphalt slab at ground floor within front lightwell in connection with existing dwelling house (Class C3).
    Final Decision2012/2093/L
  5. Jul 2012 · PLANNING
    Installation of door within front lightwell at basement level and installation of asphalt slab at ground floor within front lightwell in connection with existing dwelling house (Class C3).
    Final Decision2012/2090/P
  6. May 2012 · PLANNING
    Amendments to the entry/lobby arrangements, core circulation and toilet accommodation, reduction of plant at roof level resulting alterations to louvers to east and west facades, increased build up of colonnade soffit, increase in floor space by 78m2 to the Reserved Matters granted 30/04/2012 (reference 2010/0864/P) associated with the erection of a nine storey building (basement and public realm dealt with under separate applications) for use as offices (Class B1) on upper floors, shopping/food and drink uses (Classes A1-A5) and new entrance to underground at ground floor level within Development Zone B2 of outline planning permission granted 22/12/06 subject to a S106 agreement (Ref: 2004/2307/P) for a comprehensive, phased, mixed-use development of former railway lands within the Kings Cross Opportunity Area.
    Final Decision2012/0902/P
  7. Apr 2010 · PLANNING
    Submission of reserved matters associated with the erection of a nine storey building (basement and public realm dealt with under separate applications) for use as offices (Class B1) on upper floors, shopping/food and drink uses (Classes A1-A5) and new entrance to underground at ground floor level within Development Zone B2 as required by conditions 3, 6, 16-23, 27-28, 31, 33-36, 45, 48-49, 51, 55-56, 60, 64-67 of outline planning permission granted 22/12/06 subject to a S106 agreement (Ref: 2004/2307/P) for a comprehensive, phased, mixed-use development of former railway lands within the Kings Cross Opportunity Area.
    Final Decision2010/0864/P

Sources: HM Land Registry Price Paid · planning.data.gov.uk · matched by postcode (street-level, not house-level).

Planning Applications & Constraints📍Postcode-level

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Planning Friction
2.5/10
Moderate restrictions
Designation Stack
2
2 designations
Climate Resilience
4/10
Vulnerable
Planning Constraints:
Article 4 DirectionAir Quality Management AreaBuilt-up Area
What can I actually do here?
✓ Likely allowed (3)
  • Heat pump (air source) external unit
  • Outbuilding / garden room
  • Fell or significantly prune a tree
⚠ Needs consent (7)
  • Single-storey rear extension (under 4 m)
  • Loft conversion with rear dormer
  • Replace windows (uPVC, double-glazed)
  • Solar PV panels on roof
  • Front porch (under 3 m²)
  • Drop kerb / new vehicle access
  • Demolish + rebuild
✗ Blocked (0)
  • —

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Source: planning.data.gov.uk

Heritage & Listed Buildings📍Postcode-level

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Listed Buildings Nearby
10
Grade II
low heritage impact
Multiple listed buildings in the area - heritage considerations may apply.

Source: Historic England

Noise Levels

quiet
This location falls outside DEFRA strategic noise contours, indicating low environmental noise levels.

Source: DEFRA Strategic Noise Maps (Round 3)

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BroadbandEst.

Avg Download~50 Mbps
Max Available~500 Mbps
Superfast+ Yes
Full Fibre× No

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Air Quality

Low

Low pollution. Ideal for outdoor activities.

Source: DEFRA UK-AIR

Flood Risk

NONE RISK

No current flood alerts in this area.

Source: Environment Agency

Walkability

90/100

Excellent walkability with daily errands easily completed on foot.

Within ½ mile:174 places

Source: OpenStreetMap

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Food Hygiene Ratings

31 rated establishments within 1 mile

4.1/5
Average Rating
77%
Rated Good or Very Good
31
Total Establishments
Sunflower KitchenOther catering premises
Exempt
F G F LtdRetailers - other
Exempt
FumariOther catering premises
Exempt
Asmara CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen
Exempt
BIERUG NITESRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen
Exempt

Source: Food Standards Agency

Energy & Carbon Intensity

Grid region: Unknown

27%
Renewable Energy
226g
CO₂/kWh
high
Intensity Level

Generation Mix

gas 56.4%wind 26.7%nuclear 11.9%biomass 2.8%imports 2.3%

Source: National Grid ESO Carbon Intensity API

Elevation

117m
Highabove sea level

At 117m above sea level, this location is well-elevated, significantly reducing flood risk from coastal and river sources.

Source: Open Topo Data (SRTM 30m)

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