Perry Barr, Birmingham
Key facts
Perry Barr is a UK electoral ward in Birmingham. Perry Barr is one of the more affordable neighbourhoods around. You'll find semis for around £229,000 and flats from as little as £87,000, with living costs below the UK average.
About Perry Barr
Perry Barr is one of the more affordable neighbourhoods around. You'll find semis for around £229,000 and flats from as little as £87,000, with living costs below the UK average. Families get a lot here — Dorrington Academy is rated Outstanding, and there are strong secondary schools nearby. Getting around is easy thanks to good bus links, a local railway station and the A34, so commuting into Birmingham is straightforward. You've got supermarkets, pharmacies and pubs all within easy reach for everyday needs, and the air quality is excellent. Crime figures have improved significantly in 2026, with anti-social behaviour and burglary both down sharply compared to previous years.
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