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Area guide

B46 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the B46 postcode area, covering Birmingham and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

B46 area price snapshot

Average price

£226,180

Median price

£215,000

5-year trend

+22.3%

Total sales

7,235

The B46 area has 376 individual postcodes with 7,235 registered sales. Prices are +43.0% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Birmingham. The five-year price movement is +22.3%.

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

With an average of £226,180, B46 is a mid-range area, +43.0% below the national average. Mid-range areas typically offer a broad selection of property types for first-time buyers and second-steppers. The dataset includes 7,235 recorded sales across 376 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in B46 is +22.3%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for B46

  • 🏠Consider property type mix. Mid-range areas typically have a diverse housing stock. Use the street and postcode pages to find the property type that fits your budget.
  • 📈Look for growth potential. The 5-year price trend on this page shows how B46 has performed. Compare it with nearby areas using the location comparison tool.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in B46.
  • 🏘️Explore Birmingham. Much of the B46 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 B46 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 B46

B46 1UG

£104,966 avg · 180 sales

B46 3EF

£243,753 avg · 140 sales

B46 1HJ

£124,000 avg · 111 sales

B46 3EZ

£106,625 avg · 109 sales

B46 1ES

£176,928 avg · 88 sales

B46 3AT

£183,614 avg · 81 sales

B46 1BN

£128,077 avg · 80 sales

B46 1EP

£152,414 avg · 78 sales

B46 1EH

£148,745 avg · 76 sales

View all 376 postcodes in B46 →

Useful tools for B46 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£2,024

Avg £226,180 in B46

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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 B46 with other areas

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Birmingham data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This B46 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 B46?

The average sold price in the B46 postcode area is £226,180, based on 7,235 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Birmingham.

How do B46 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in B46 average £226,180, which is +43.0% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Is B46 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

B46 is +43.0% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales. The area covers 376 postcodes.

How have B46 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in B46 have moved +22.3% 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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