About California

California is a residential area located in the West Midlands county of England, within the B32 postcode area. It lies to the west of Birmingham, close to the border with Worcestershire. The area is primarily made up of housing developments, with a mix of semi-detached and detached homes, many of which were built during the mid-20th century. Local amenities include a few convenience stores, a primary school, and a small community centre. Public transport links are available via bus routes connecting to nearby towns and Birmingham city centre. The area is well served by local parks and green spaces, providing recreational opportunities for residents. While not a large settlement, California offers a quiet, family-friendly environment with easy access to major roads and transport networks.

School Ratings in California

California is served by 385 schools. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in California

Property prices average £215K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £177K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in California

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in California, with 53 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in California

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, California falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in California

Most properties in California can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,806 sales

Average Price £215K
£350 — £7.48M
Detached £324K 294
Semi £229K 1,348
Terraced £177K 1,668
Flat £120K 327

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

203 Primary
60 Secondary
122 Other
Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base Primary Good 0.3 miles Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre Secondary Good 0.3 miles Keystone Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles World's End Junior School Primary Good 0.5 miles World's End Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.5 miles Paganel Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Nonsuch Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Woodhouse Primary Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles Jervoise School Primary 0.8 miles Baskerville School Good 0.9 miles St Peters CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Queen Alexandra College Good 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in California IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places California in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
10,813 Children (0-15) 22%
30,638 Working Age 61%
10,779 Older (60+) 22%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 48.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in California 580 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in California is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

251 Violence & Sexual Offences
53 Shoplifting
51 Criminal Damage & Arson
50 Vehicle Crime
44 Other Theft
43 Burglary
25 Public Order
18 Anti-Social Behaviour
13 Drugs
13 Robbery
9 Weapons
8 Other Crime
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bournville Train Station 2.5 miles
Northfield Train Station 2.8 miles
Rowley Regis Train Station 2.9 miles
Five Ways Train Station 3.1 miles
Kings Norton Train Station 3.1 miles
Langley Green Train Station 3.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Woodgate Valley 0.6 miles Bartley Green 0.6 miles Harborne 0.9 miles Ridgacre 0.9 miles Lodge Hill 0.9 miles Weoley Castle 0.9 miles Woodcock Hill 1.2 miles Beech Lanes 1.2 miles Woodgate 1.4 miles Selly Oak 1.4 miles Shenley Fields 1.4 miles Kitwell 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Birmingham
County Worcestershire
Ward Quinton
Constituency Birmingham, Edgbaston
Parish Birmingham, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Streets in B32 30 shown View all streets

Adams Hill 5 Allwood Gardens 2 Ambleside 5 Amersham Close 1 Ansell Way 3 Arkwright Road 1 Athol Close 2 Aubrey Road 2 Aylesmore Close 2 Balden Road 4 Balmoral Road 3 Bark Piece 1 Barn Croft 1 Barn Piece 1 Barnwood Road 2 Bean Croft 1 Beech Avenue 2 Bell Heath Way 2 Bent Avenue 1 Beverley Court Road 2 Bickington Road 2 Bigwood Drive 2 Birchwoods 1 Birdlip Grove 1 Bissell Street 1 Blakemore Close 2 Blandford Road 4 Bolney Road 2 Bourne Green 1 Bramcote Road 1

Postcodes in B32 50 shown View all postcodes

B32 1AA B32 1AB B32 1AD B32 1AE B32 1AF B32 1AG B32 1AH B32 1AJ B32 1AL B32 1AN B32 1AP B32 1AR B32 1AS B32 1AT B32 1AX B32 1AY B32 1BA B32 1BB B32 1BD B32 1BE B32 1BF B32 1BG B32 1BH B32 1BJ B32 1BL B32 1BN B32 1BP B32 1BQ B32 1BS B32 1BY B32 1DA B32 1DB B32 1DD B32 1DE B32 1DG B32 1DH B32 1DJ B32 1DN B32 1DP B32 1DR B32 1DS B32 1DT B32 1DU B32 1DX B32 1DY B32 1DZ B32 1EG B32 1EH B32 1EJ B32 1EL