B92Birmingham

Edgbaston & Five Ways

Edgbaston & Five Ways investment guide. Average gross yield 4.3%, unknown rental demand.

4.3%avg gross yield

£308kavg sold price (521 sales, 12mo)

Unknownrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated May 2026

Average Gross Yield

4.3%

-2.6% vs Birmingham avg (6.9%)

Average Asking Price

£308,000

high confidence (521 sales)

Est. Monthly Rent

£1,115

2-bed · 3-bed £1,542 · 5.1% yield

Price Per Sq Ft

£321

City avg £282/sqft · 39 above average

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in B92

1-bed

£910

per month

5.6% yield

2-bed

£1,115

per month

5.1% yield

3-bed

£1,542

per month

5.8% yield

4-bed

£3,779

per month

11.2% yield

Ownership mix

B92 vs UK average · 20,767 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021

Distinct tenure mix: 9% socially rented (8pp lower than the UK average of 17%).

Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property

39.4%(UK 32.9%)

+6.5pp vs UK

Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership

35.4%(UK 29.7%)

+5.7pp vs UK

Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent

16.2%(UK 20.3%)

-4.1pp vs UK

Socially rentedCouncil or housing association

9.0%(UK 17.1%)

-8.1pp vs UK

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

Yield by Property Type

Gross yield breakdown across property types in B92

PropertyData.co.uk

Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo
Terraced →	5.8%	£300,000	£1,447
Semi-detached →	5.4%	£319,388	£1,441
Detached →	3.8%	£558,073	£1,769
Flat →	8.9%	£155,020	£1,156

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About Edgbaston & Five Ways (B92, Birmingham)

B92 attracts investors seeking solid rental yields in an established Birmingham neighbourhood. With an average gross yield of 4.3% and asking prices around £308,000, the area offers accessible entry points for portfolio builders looking for consistent returns, particularly in 3-bed and 4-bed properties which show yields exceeding 5.8%.

The tenant demographic spans young professionals and families, with rental demand spread across flat shares (1-beds at £910/month) through to larger family homes (3-beds at £1,542/month). The notably high yield on 4-bed properties (11.2%) suggests these units command premium rents, likely attracting HMO investors or affluent renters seeking space.

Investors should note that rental demand data is currently unknown, making it essential to conduct independent local research before committing. Property condition and management intensity may vary significantly across the postcode, so due diligence on individual properties and local letting market dynamics is recommended before purchase.

Sold Price Trend - B92

Average sold price, last 8 quarters

-0.0% over 2 years

Flip Activity - B92

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

→ vs prior 24 months

Flips

last 24 months

Median uplift*

+40.4%

after HPI adjust

Median hold

15 mo

Flip rate

0.3%

of all sales

Recent case studies

arlescote road

Terraced

Bought Jul 23

£212k

Sold Oct 24

£260k

15 mo+21.9%*

cophams close

Terraced

Bought Aug 23

£182k

Sold Jun 24

£250k

10 mo+40.4%*

Gross 37.4%

hatchford avenue

Semi

Bought Mar 23

£290k

Sold May 24

£425k

15 mo+55.7%*

Gross 46.6%

* 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 - B92

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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