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Area guide

B28 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the B28 postcode area, covering Birmingham and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

B28 area price snapshot

Average price

£180,109

Median price

£170,000

5-year trend

+43.4%

Total sales

14,565

The B28 area has 576 individual postcodes with 14,565 registered sales. Prices are +54.6% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Birmingham. The five-year price movement is +43.4%.

About Birmingham

The UK's second city with a growing economy, excellent rail links via HS2 and a diverse housing stock from Victorian terraces to new-build apartments.

🚆 Main station

Birmingham New Street

⏱️ London commute

~82 min by train

🏫 Notable school

King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys (Outstanding)

View full Birmingham property data →

Market context

B28 averages £180,109, placing it in the affordable category, +54.6% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 14,565 recorded sales across 576 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in B28 is +43.4%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for B28

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in B28 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in B28.
  • 🏘️Explore Birmingham. Much of the B28 activity centres on Birmingham. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the B28 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in B28

B28 8AT

£88,294 avg · 218 sales

B28 9EX

£84,559 avg · 122 sales

B28 8DX

£124,089 avg · 94 sales

B28 0PH

£146,399 avg · 89 sales

B28 9NA

£139,647 avg · 88 sales

B28 9ET

£146,632 avg · 84 sales

B28 0UP

£154,043 avg · 80 sales

B28 0UR

£155,426 avg · 79 sales

B28 8NS

£196,382 avg · 78 sales

View all 576 postcodes in B28 →

Useful tools for B28 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,102

Avg £180,109 in B28

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare B28 with other areas

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Birmingham data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This B28 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in B28?

The average sold price in the B28 postcode area is £180,109, based on 14,565 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Birmingham.

How do B28 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in B28 average £180,109, which is +54.6% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in B28 lower than the average?

The median price (£170,000) is 5.6% below the average (£180,109), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have B28 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in B28 have moved +43.4% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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