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About Selly Park
Selly Park is located in the West Midlands, England, within the B29 postcode area. This area features a mix of residential properties and green spaces, making it a pleasant place for both locals and visitors. The park itself offers a variety of facilities, including sports fields and children's play areas, catering to families and those looking to enjoy outdoor activities.
The surrounding area is primarily residential, with a selection of shops and eateries nearby. Selly Park is well-connected to public transport, providing easy access to Birmingham city centre and other local attractions. The park serves as a community hub, where people can gather for leisure activities or simply take a stroll in the open air.
School Ratings in Selly Park
There are 440 schools in and around Selly Park. Weoley Castle Nursery School and Selly Oak Nursery School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Selly Park
The average property price is £323K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £254K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Selly Park
Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Selly Park, with 93 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Selly Park
Selly Park sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Healthcare in Selly Park
There are 117 GP surgeries within three miles of Selly Park, the nearest being Birmingham St Mary's Hospice (0.3 miles away).
Local Data for Selly Park
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Property Prices 4,283 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the B29 postcode area.
Household Income in Selly Park ONS 2023
The average total household income in Selly Park is approximately £52,590 a year before tax, 5% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,323. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £37,323.
Businesses in Selly Park ONS 2025
There are approximately 723 active businesses based in Selly Park, around 16 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 12 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Selly Park IMD 2025
Selly Park 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.
Crime in Selly Park 976 crimes · May 2026
Selly Park 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Selly Park
Of the 15,719 households in and around Selly Park, 44% are owned, 24% are socially rented and 33% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Selly Park.