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Property Price Trends
The Grove, Walsall, West Midlands
WS5 4BY Sandwell District (B)
What are the historical property price trends?
Explore the yearly trends in property prices for the WS5 postcode district in the UK. Stay informed and make smart real estate decisions based on the accurate, analysed data.
Property Price Trends
WS5
Most Expensive Property
£515,000
3 Gillity Avenue, WS5 3PH
Sold: 19 October 2022
Cheapest Property
£195,000
Wood End Farm, 333 Flat 10 Sutton Road, WS5 3AR
Sold: 15 December 2023
£212,000
The average house price in Sandwell was £212,000 in November 2024 (provisional), up 2.1% from November 2023. This was lower than the rise in the West Midlands (3.7%) over the same period.
£843
Private rents rose to an average of £843 in December 2024, an annual increase of 3.3% from £816 in December 2023. This was lower than the rise in the West Midlands (8.7%) over the year.
£194,000
The average price paid by first-time buyers was £194,000 in November 2024 (provisional). This was 2.4% higher than the average of £189,000 in November 2023 (revised).
£218,000
For homes bought with a mortgage, the average house price was £218,000 in November 2024 (provisional). This was 2.2% higher than the average of £213,000 in November 2023 (revised).
Data last updated: 17 Feb 2025. Data extracted from ONS housing prices/rents: inflation and price indices by local authority (Sandwell, E08000028). Rent estimates are provisional, and are for the latest 2 months.
Local House Price Trends
Have property prices been rising or falling in WS5 4BY?
The graph below shows the five-year capital growth figures for properties for the WS5 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 WS5 4BY
Estimated yield for property investors
4.37%
Yield
The estimated yield for the WS5 4BY postcode area is 4.37%, compared to the national average yield of 3.8%.
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Property sales
What houses have been sold in WS5 4BY?
The recently sold properties table lists homes around WS5 4BY 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 March 2024 | £215,000 | 34 Lilac Avenue, Walsall, WS5 4JP | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 18 December 2023 | £235,000 | 40 Delves Crescent, Walsall, WS5 4LR | Terraced | Freehold |
| 29 January 2024 | £210,000 | 52 Blackthorne Road, Walsall, WS5 4NF | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
Nearby sold properties | ||||
| 08 December 2023 | £399,950 | 217 Sutton Road, Walsall, WS5 3AP | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 15 December 2023 | £195,000 | Wood End Farm, 333 Flat 10 Sutton Road, Walsall, WS5 3AR | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 28 February 2024 | £270,000 | 1 Allington Close, Walsall, WS5 3DS | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 16 February 2024 | £275,000 | 20 Bodmin Rise, Walsall, WS5 3HY | Semi-Detached | Leasehold |
| 29 June 2023 | £395,000 | 39 Hobart Drive, Walsall, WS5 3NJ | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 14 December 2023 | £352,000 | 396 Birmingham Road, Walsall, WS5 3NX | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 19 October 2022 | £515,000 | 3 Gillity Avenue, Walsall, WS5 3PH | Detached | Freehold |
Please note that house prices for properties sold in and around WS5 4BY 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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