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35,409
Population
13,394
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£49,109
Avg. household income
744
Businesses
4,207
People per km²
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About Garrets Green

Garrets Green is a residential area located in the West Midlands of England, within the B26 postcode area. It is situated to the east of Birmingham city centre, making it a convenient location for those who work or study in the city. The area is primarily made up of housing, with a mix of both older and more modern properties.

Local amenities include schools, parks, and shops, providing essential services for residents. The nearby transport links offer easy access to Birmingham and surrounding areas, making it a practical choice for commuters. Garrets Green is also close to the larger retail options available in the city, ensuring that residents have access to a wide range of shopping and leisure facilities.

School Ratings in Garrets Green

There are 348 schools in and around Garrets Green. Garretts Green Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Garrets Green

The average property price is £231K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £222K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Garrets Green

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Garrets Green, with 126 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Garrets Green

Garrets Green sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.

Healthcare in Garrets Green

There are 76 GP surgeries within three miles of Garrets Green, the nearest being Garretts Green Lane Surgery (155 yards away).

Local Data for Garrets Green

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Property Prices 4,666 sales

Average Price £231K
£1K , £22.3M
Detached £300K 252
Semi £222K 2,496
Terraced £197K 1,019
Flat £139K 779

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

182 Primary
50 Secondary
116 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 10

Ofsted ratings for schools in the B26 postcode area.

Cockshut Hill School Secondary Good 0.1 miles Garretts Green Children's Centre 0.2 miles Garretts Green Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.2 miles King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy Secondary Good 0.4 miles Lyndon Green Junior School Primary Good 0.5 miles Oasis Academy Blakenhale Junior Primary Good 0.5 miles Oasis Academy Blakenhale Infants Primary Good 0.5 miles Stanville Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Lyndon Green Infant School Primary Good 0.5 miles Brays School Not applicable 0.6 miles Elms Farm Community Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles

Household Income in Garrets Green ONS 2023

The average total household income in Garrets Green is approximately £49,109 a year before tax, 11% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,567. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Garrets Green £49,109
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,567.

Businesses in Garrets Green ONS 2025

There are approximately 744 active businesses based in Garrets Green, around 21 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

744 Total businesses
21 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Garrets Green IMD 2025

Garrets Green sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 63%
Older 65+ 17%
7,240 Children (0-15) 20%
22,317 Working Age 63%
5,843 Older (65+) 17%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 51.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.4% 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 Garrets Green 1,189 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Garrets Green sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 504
Shoplifting 126
Vehicle Crime 125
Criminal Damage & Arson 102
Public Order 69
Burglary 48
Anti-Social Behaviour 46
Other Theft 45
Robbery 39
Weapons 27
Drugs 23
Other Crime 16
Theft from Person 13
Bicycle Theft 6
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Lea Hall Train Station 0.9 miles
Marston Green Train Station 1.5 miles
Stechford Train Station 1.6 miles
Acocks Green Train Station 1.8 miles
Olton Train Station 2.2 miles
Small Heath Train Station 3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lyndon Green 0 yards Lea Hall 0.6 miles Gilbertstone 0.9 miles Sheldon 0.9 miles Yardley 1.2 miles Tile Cross 1.4 miles Stockfield 1.4 miles South Yardley 1.4 miles Kitt's Green 1.4 miles Stechford 1.8 miles Marston Green 1.9 miles Colehall 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Birmingham
Ward South Yardley
Constituency Birmingham, Yardley
Parish Birmingham, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Garrets Green

Of the 14,128 households in and around Garrets Green, 70% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 12% Private rented 17%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Garrets Green.

Frequently Asked Questions about Garrets Green

What is the population of Garrets Green?
Garrets Green has a population of approximately 35,409 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Garrets Green?
The average property in and around Garrets Green sold for about £230,880, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 34% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Garrets Green a deprived area?
Garrets Green sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Garrets Green?
Garrets Green is covered by the B26 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Garrets Green?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Garrets Green, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Garrets Green?
The nearest railway station to Garrets Green is Lea Hall Train Station, about 0.9 miles away.

Streets in B26 30 shown View all streets

A45 1 Abigails Close 1 Aldershaw Road 4 Amanda Drive 1 Ambassador Road 4 Ann Croft 1 Arden Drive 1 Arden Oak Road 3 Ash Tree Drive 1 Ashdale Grove 1 Averill Road 2 Bantry Close 1 Barrows Lane 19 Bayford Avenue 1 Beechmore Road 2 Bellevue Road 2 Benedon Road 6 Berryfield Road 5 Beverley Grove 1 Bickley Grove 2 Billingsley Road 3 Bilton Grange Road 7 Bincomb Avenue 2 Birchtrees Croft 1 Bosworth Road 2 Boyne Road 5 Bramble Drive 1 Brawnes Hurst 1 Brays Road 16 Brean Avenue 1

Postcodes in B26 50 shown View all postcodes

B26 1AA B26 1AB B26 1AD B26 1AL B26 1AN B26 1AP B26 1AR B26 1AS B26 1AT B26 1AU B26 1AW B26 1AX B26 1AY B26 1BA B26 1BB B26 1BD B26 1BE B26 1BG B26 1BN B26 1BP B26 1BT B26 1BU B26 1BW B26 1BY B26 1DA B26 1DB B26 1DD B26 1DG B26 1DP B26 1DR B26 1DS B26 1DT B26 1DU B26 1DX B26 1DY B26 1EA B26 1ED B26 1EE B26 1EF B26 1EG B26 1EH B26 1EJ B26 1EL B26 1EN B26 1EP B26 1ER B26 1ES B26 1ET B26 1EU B26 1EW