B17Birmingham

Perry Barr & North Birmingham

Perry Barr & North Birmingham investment guide. Average gross yield 4.0%, tenant's market rental demand.

4.0%avg gross yield

£325kavg sold price (315 sales, 12mo)

Tenant's marketrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated May 2026

Average Gross Yield

4.0%

-2.9% vs Birmingham avg (6.9%)

Average Asking Price

£325,000

high confidence (315 sales)

Est. Monthly Rent

£1,155

2-bed · 3-bed £1,393 · 5.8% yield

Price Per Sq Ft

£366

City avg £282/sqft · 84 above average

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in B17

1-bed

£868

per month

4.6% yield

2-bed

£1,155

per month

5.8% yield

3-bed

£1,393

per month

4.8% yield

4-bed

£1,859

per month

4.8% yield

Ownership mix

B17 vs UK average · 17,091 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021

Landlord-heavy: 31% privately rented (btl) (10pp higher than the UK average of 20%).

Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property

28.9%(UK 32.9%)

-4.0pp vs UK

Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership

26.5%(UK 29.7%)

-3.2pp vs UK

Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent

30.6%(UK 20.3%)

+10.3pp vs UK

Socially rentedCouncil or housing association

14.0%(UK 17.1%)

-3.1pp vs UK

Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).

Yield by Property Type

Gross yield breakdown across property types in B17

PropertyData.co.uk

Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo
Terraced →	5.1%	£320,000	£1,358
Semi-detached →	4.5%	£381,765	£1,430
Detached →	2.4%	£700,000	£1,402
Flat →	9.2%	£144,856	£1,111

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About Perry Barr & North Birmingham (B17, Birmingham)

B17 attracts property investors seeking affordable entry points with a 4.0% average gross yield. The £325,000 average asking price positions this postcode competitively for buy-to-let portfolios, particularly for those targeting steady rental income over capital appreciation.

The tenant demographic favours professional singles and couples, evidenced by strong 1-bed and 2-bed yields (4.6% and 5.8% respectively). This is a tenant's market, meaning landlords should expect competitive rental conditions and may need to offer competitive rates or enhanced specifications to secure tenants.

Investors should monitor local regeneration plans, transport connectivity, and school ratings, as these factors significantly influence long-term tenant demand and property values. The consistency of yields across 3 and 4-bed properties suggests a balanced market, though void periods and tenant acquisition costs warrant careful financial modelling.

Sold Price Trend - B17

Average sold price, last 8 quarters

+13.9% over 2 years

Flip Activity - B17

Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months

→ vs prior 24 months

Flips

last 24 months

Median uplift*

+36.9%

after HPI adjust

Median hold

11 mo

Flip rate

0.3%

of all sales

Recent case studies

high street

Terraced

Bought Dec 24

£212k

Sold Feb 26

£320k

15 mo+50.9%

wadhurst road

Semi

Bought Jun 25

£310k

Sold Jan 26

£385k

7 mo+22.9%*

Gross 24.2%

* Real uplift after ONS regional House Price Index adjustment. Freehold and leasehold included; leasehold flips flagged as lease-extension status is not verifiable from public data. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data.

Planning & Licensing - B17

Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district

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Article 4 Direction (HMO)Not in effect

HMOs of up to 6 occupants (C4 use class) can be created without planning permission in this area.

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Selective LicensingNot in effect

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Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect

Article 4 directions cover parts of Birmingham. The exact street-level coverage varies — confirm with the council before exchanging.

Planning information is for guidance only. Always verify with the local planning authority before purchasing. Data correct as of April 2026.

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