Is B26 1JX a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-08)
419 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of B26 1JX. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£234,867
Average price in Birmingham (2026-08, UK House Price Index). Up 1.5% year on year.
- Terraced
- £223,462
- Semi-detached
- £276,268
- Detached
- £444,169
- Flat / maisonette
- £143,861
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for B26 1JX specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near B26 1JX on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near B26 1JX on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.