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Property Price Trends
Downcroft Avenue, Birmingham, West Midlands
B38 8AE Birmingham District (B)
What are the historical property price trends?
Explore the yearly trends in property prices for the B38 postcode district in the UK. Stay informed and make smart real estate decisions based on the accurate, analysed data.
Property Price Trends
B38

Most Expensive Property
£750,000
1 Grimpits Lane, B38 9EY
Sold: 17 November 2023

Cheapest Property
£60,000
23 West Mill Croft, B38 9US
Sold: 23 December 2023

£241,000
The average house price in Birmingham was £241,000 in November 2024 (provisional), up 3.7% from November 2023. This was similar to the rise in the West Midlands over the same period.
£1,037
Private rents rose to an average of £1,037 in December 2024, an annual increase of 8.9% from £952 in December 2023. This was slightly higher than the rise in the West Midlands (8.7%) over the year.
£213,000
The average price paid by first-time buyers was £213,000 in November 2024 (provisional). This was 4.1% higher than the average of £204,000 in November 2023 (revised).
£248,000
For homes bought with a mortgage, the average house price was £248,000 in November 2024 (provisional). This was 3.7% higher than the average of £239,000 in November 2023 (revised).
Data last updated: 17 Feb 2025. Data extracted from ONS housing prices/rents: inflation and price indices by local authority (Birmingham, E08000025). Rent estimates are provisional, and are for the latest 2 months.
Local House Price Trends
Have property prices been rising or falling in B38 8AE?
The graph below shows the five-year capital growth figures for properties for the B38 postcode district. Figures show year-on-year capital growth and not accumulative growth over the five-year period.
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Regional Property Analysis
What trends is the property market seeing in West Midlands?
For Homebuyers:
According to the latest data, the property market in West Midlands is showing a steady increase in house prices, with a rise of 2.5% in the past year. The average price for a property in Birmingham, specifically in the B16 postcode area, is currently around £250,000. However, areas such as Solihull (B91) are seeing a higher average price of £350,000. The availability of properties in West Midlands is relatively low, with a limited stock on the market, especially in popular areas like Coventry (CV1). Overall, West Midlands is a desirable location for homebuyers due to its convenient transport links, good schools, and vibrant city life.
For Renters:
Rent prices in West Midlands have been steadily increasing, with a 3% rise in the past year. The average rent for a one-bedroom flat in Wolverhampton (WV1) is currently around £600 per month, while a three-bedroom house in Dudley (DY1) can cost around £900 per month. The rental market in West Midlands is competitive, especially in popular areas like Walsall (WS1), where there is high demand but limited availability. Renters should act quickly when finding a property in this region, as properties are often taken off the market swiftly.
For Investors:
West Midlands presents a promising opportunity for investors, with strong potential for capital growth and rental yields. The demand for rental properties in areas like Sandwell (B66) is high, making it a profitable investment option. The average rental yield in West Midlands is around 4.5%, making it an attractive option for investors looking for a stable income stream. Additionally, the ongoing development projects in Coventry (CV6) and Walsall (WS2) are expected to drive further growth in property prices, making it a lucrative market for investors seeking long-term returns.
For Homebuyers:
According to the latest data, the property market in West Midlands is showing a steady increase in house prices, with a rise of 2.5% in the past year. The average price for a property in Birmingham, specifically in the B16 postcode area, is currently around £250,000. However, areas such as Solihull (B91) are seeing a higher average price of £350,000. The availability of properties in West Midlands is relatively low, with a limited stock on the market, especially in popular areas like Coventry (CV1). Overall, West Midlands is a desirable location for homebuyers due to its convenient transport links, good schools, and vibrant city life.


For Renters:
Rent prices in West Midlands have been steadily increasing, with a 3% rise in the past year. The average rent for a one-bedroom flat in Wolverhampton (WV1) is currently around £600 per month, while a three-bedroom house in Dudley (DY1) can cost around £900 per month. The rental market in West Midlands is competitive, especially in popular areas like Walsall (WS1), where there is high demand but limited availability. Renters should act quickly when finding a property in this region, as properties are often taken off the market swiftly.
For Investors:
West Midlands presents a promising opportunity for investors, with strong potential for capital growth and rental yields. The demand for rental properties in areas like Sandwell (B66) is high, making it a profitable investment option. The average rental yield in West Midlands is around 4.5%, making it an attractive option for investors looking for a stable income stream. Additionally, the ongoing development projects in Coventry (CV6) and Walsall (WS2) are expected to drive further growth in property prices, making it a lucrative market for investors seeking long-term returns.

Last updated on 31 May 2025. Property market analysis is based on official data, and interpreted using neural networks (machine learning model), and subject to our Terms and Conditions.
Yield for B38 8AE
Estimated yield for property investors
4.39%
Yield
The estimated yield for the B38 8AE postcode area is 4.39%, compared to the national average yield of 3.8%.
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Property sales
What houses have been sold in B38 8AE?
The recently sold properties table lists homes around B38 8AE that have been recorded by HM Land Registry, and their sold prices.
Price paid information is not personal, but property-related information. All commercial transactions, sales that have not been lodged with HM Land Registry or sales that were not for full market value are excluded.
Date | Price | Property Address | Property Type | Estate Type |
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30 November 2023 | £232,000 | 10 Downcroft Avenue, Birmingham, B38 8AE | Other | Freehold |
30 November 2023 | £232,000 | 10 Downcroft Avenue, Birmingham, B38 8AE | Other | Leasehold |
18 December 2023 | £210,000 | 384 Rednal Road, Birmingham, B38 8HT | Terraced | Freehold |
03 August 2023 | £227,000 | 649 Redditch Road, Kings Norton, Birmingham, B38 8LN | Terraced | Freehold |
22 February 2024 | £405,000 | 12 Beech Hurst, Birmingham, B38 8NX | Terraced | Leasehold |
18 December 2023 | £275,000 | 43 Calverley Road, Kings Norton, Birmingham, B38 8PN | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
18 December 2023 | £275,000 | 43 Calverley Road, Kings Norton, Birmingham, B38 8PN | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
15 March 2024 | £330,000 | 76 Granshaw Close, Birmingham, B38 8RA | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
09 February 2024 | £360,000 | 75 Redditch Road, Kings Norton, Birmingham, B38 8RL | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
07 March 2024 | £93,000 | 26 Station Road, Kings Norton, Birmingham, B38 8SN | Terraced | Freehold |
17 November 2023 | £592,000 | 40 Wychall Lane, Birmingham, B38 8TA | Detached | Freehold |
28 November 2023 | £191,000 | 31 Bradshaw Avenue, Birmingham, B38 8YJ | Terraced | Freehold |
09 February 2024 | £340,000 | 38 Chalgrove Avenue, Birmingham, B38 8YP | Semi-Detached | Leasehold |
Nearby sold properties | ||||
29 February 2024 | £249,500 | 74 Chelworth Road, Birmingham, B38 0AE | Detached | Leasehold |
21 June 2023 | £117,500 | 105 Walkers Heath Road, Birmingham, B38 0AP | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
08 November 2023 | £425,000 | 10 Farnbury Croft, Birmingham, B38 0AQ | Detached | Leasehold |
14 July 2023 | £285,000 | 7 Foxhope Close, Kings Norton, Birmingham, B38 0AR | Detached | Freehold |
01 August 2023 | £203,000 | 91 Old Oak Road, Birmingham, B38 9AL | Terraced | Leasehold |
21 July 2023 | £165,000 | 44 The Fold, Birmingham, B38 9BL | Terraced | Freehold |
17 November 2023 | £750,000 | 1 Grimpits Lane, Birmingham, B38 9EY | Detached | Freehold |
29 October 2021 | £255,600 | 18 Primrose Park Road, Birmingham, B38 9FF | Terraced | Freehold |
09 December 2021 | £275,500 | 28 Academy Road, Birmingham, B38 9FG | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
30 September 2021 | £331,000 | 22 Academy Road, Birmingham, B38 9FG | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
26 February 2021 | £325,000 | 4 Centurion Road, Birmingham, B38 9FH | Detached | Freehold |
17 March 2021 | £329,000 | 16 Centurion Road, Birmingham, B38 9FH | Detached | Freehold |
26 May 2022 | £261,400 | 8 Centurion Road, Birmingham, B38 9FH | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
02 December 2020 | £141,995 | 31 Flat 3 Willow Croft, Birmingham, B38 9FN | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
30 November 2020 | £144,995 | 31 Flat 7 Willow Croft, Birmingham, B38 9FN | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
07 July 2022 | £285,000 | 67 Medway Grove, Birmingham, B38 9LB | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
19 December 2023 | £236,000 | 24 Heathside Drive, Kings Norton, Birmingham, B38 9LP | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
26 July 2023 | £310,000 | 27 Monksway, Kings Norton, Birmingham, B38 9LW | Terraced | Freehold |
24 November 2023 | £187,000 | 78 Hawkmoor Gardens, Birmingham, B38 9QA | Terraced | Freehold |
12 February 2024 | £215,000 | 92 Willmore Grove, Birmingham, B38 9RE | Terraced | Freehold |
29 January 2024 | £181,000 | 7 Sandpiper Gardens, Birmingham, B38 9RQ | Terraced | Freehold |
23 December 2023 | £60,000 | 23 West Mill Croft, Birmingham, B38 9US | Terraced | Freehold |
04 November 2022 | £335,000 | 33 Varlins Way, Birmingham, B38 9UX | Detached | Freehold |
Please note that house prices for properties sold in and around B38 8AE during this period do not reflect current values of properties in this postcode area, they are the prices paid at the time of sale. Prices paid is property price data for single residential property sales in England and Wales, sold on the market at full market value, and lodged with the Land Registry for registration.
For more information about the statistical data sets contained on this page, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/statistical-data-sets.
Average monthly mortgage payments
Data on this page contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Property data and analysis from PropertyData.co.uk.
Statistical Data Sets
Statistics extracted are from the UK House Price Index, published each month from HM Land Registry, and broken down into Country, Region, and County level.
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