House prices in a Birmingham suburb have experienced the most dramatic fall in the city over the past year, with average values dropping by almost a third. The area of Rotton Park, situated roughly 2.5 miles west of Birmingham city centre, has seen a staggering decrease of £109,000 in just 12 months.
A Dramatic Market Shift
Recent housing statistics reveal a stark picture for Rotton Park. In March 2024, the average house price stood at £350,000. By March 2025, that figure had plummeted to £241,000, representing a drop of 31%. This marks the steepest decline recorded in any part of Birmingham during that period.
The area has a varied history, having been known in previous years as a hotspot for prostitution. However, current residents report a different trend, with people now flocking to the area to purchase properties, potentially attracted by the lower prices.
Local Perspectives on the Plunge
Opinions on the ground vary regarding the cause of the sharp price correction. A local delivery worker suggested the decline could be linked to investors splitting larger properties into houses of multiple occupancy (HMOs), which may be affecting average valuations.
Contrary to the statistical findings, some residents claim to have witnessed prices rising. A man in his 50s, living on Selwyn Road, offered a different view. "People are doing them up, adding extensions, and it's putting property prices up," he said, referring to homes in the locality.
Birmingham's Wider Property Landscape
Rotton Park was not alone in seeing significant price adjustments. The wider Birmingham market displayed similar pressures in other districts:
- North Central & Dartmouth Circus recorded the city's second-largest fall, with property prices dropping by 29.4%.
- Acocks Green West came in third, experiencing a 28.6% decrease in average prices.
This data paints a picture of a cooling market in specific pockets of the city, with Rotton Park leading the downturn. The contrast between the official statistics and some residents' experiences highlights the complex and often hyper-local nature of property valuation and market sentiment.
