297 PRINCE OF WALES LANE
BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS B14 4LN
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
79 m²
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Last sold
£253,000 Dec 2022
Price per m²
£3,228/m²
Local average
£254,964 (+0%)
Deprivation
Decile 2 (4,815 of 33,755)
Street crime
252 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)
Key features
- A Well Maintained Semi Detached Property
- Three Good Size Bedrooms
- Open Plan Lounge Diner
- Kitchen
- Conservatory
- Family Bathroom
- Low Maintenance West Facing Rear Garden
- Off Road Parking
- No Upward Chain
Additional details
- Parking
- Off street
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Entrance Hallway With ceiling light point, radiator, coving to ceiling, stairs leading to the first floor accommodation, double glazed windows to front, obscure windows to lounge and doors leading off to
Lounge Area 17' 0" x 9' 10" (5.2m x 3.0m) With double glazed sliding patio doors leading into conservatory, ceiling light point, radiator, wall lighting, gas fireplace with marble hearth and decorative surround and archway leading through to
Dining Area 9' 6" x 7' 10" (2.9m x 2.4m) With double glazed window to rear elevation, radiator, ceiling light point and door leading into
Kitchen 10' 5" x 6' 6" (3.2m x 2.0m) Being fitted with a range of wall, drawer and base units with laminate work surfaces, sink and drainer unit, tiling to splashback areas, gas cooker, fridge freezer, space and plumbing for washing machine, radiator, ceiling light point, useful pantry, under-stairs storage cupboard, double glazed window to side and UPVC obscure double glazed door to side
Conservatory 9' 10" x 8' 10" (3.0m x 2.7m) With double glazed windows, polycarbonate roof, wall lighting and double glazed French doors leading out to the rear garden
Accommodation on the First Floor
Landing With obscure double glazed window to front elevation, coving to ceiling, loft access, ceiling light points and doors leading off to
Bedroom One to Rear 12' 9" x 7' 10" (3.9m x 2.4m) With double glazed window to rear elevation, coving to ceiling, radiator, ceiling light point and a range of built-in wardrobes with vanity area
Bedroom Two to Front 10' 5" x 8' 10" (3.2m x 2.7m) With double glazed window to front elevation, radiator, ceiling light point and useful over-stairs storage cupboard
Bedroom Three to Rear 8' 2" x 6' 6" (2.5m x 2.0m) With double glazed window to rear elevation, radiator and ceiling light point
Family Bathroom 7' 6" x 4' 11" (2.3m x 1.5m) Being fitted with a three piece suite comprising; panelled bath with shower over, low flush WC and pedestal wash hand basin, obscure double glazed window to side, tiling to walls, radiator, ceiling light point, electric wall heater and useful airing cupboard
Low Maintenance Rear Garden Being paved with mature shrub borders and fencing to boundaries
Tenure We are advised by the vendor that the property is freehold, but are awaiting confirmation from the vendor's solicitor. We would strongly advise all interested parties to obtain verification through their own solicitor or legal representative. EPC supplied by Nigel Hodges. Current council tax band - C
** PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT: SMART HOMES have not tested any equipment, fixtures, fittings or services mentioned and do not by these Particulars or otherwise verify or warrant that they are in working order. All measurements listed are given as an approximate guide and must be carefully checked by and verified by any Prospective Purchaser. These particulars form no part of any sale contract. Any Prospective Purchaser should obtain verification of all legal and factual matters and information from their Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or Surveyors as appropriate.
Listed by
Shirley
Smart Homes
Reference: 126349289
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 23/08/2022
Current heating cost: £551/year
Potential heating cost: £419/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £15,500
Recommendations
- Cavity wall insulation (£500 - £1,500)
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)
Flood risk
Zone: 2
Risk: In flood risk area
Environment Agency Flood Risk Areas (APSFR)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #98470
Property Details
Street: 297 PRINCE OF WALES LANE
Town: BIRMINGHAM
Postcode: B14 4LN
Installation Details
Items: 2 windows and 1 door
Certificate Issued: 15/10/2002
Work Completed: 19/08/2002
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 16/12/2022 (3 years ago) | £253,000 | — |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.
Sold Comparables
Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.
| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same street 295 PRINCE OF WALES LANE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B14 4LN | £26,170 | 06/01/2026 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 293 PRINCE OF WALES LANE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B14 4LN | £270,000 | 28/10/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 36 HYTALL ROAD, SHIRLEY, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B90 1NF | £326,000 | 07/07/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 17 GORLESTON ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B14 4NR | £185,000 | 26/03/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 563 PETERBROOK ROAD, SHIRLEY, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B90 1HS | £239,000 | 24/11/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 23 WESTFIELD AVENUE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B14 4PN | £200,000 | 27/10/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 14 MORTIMERS CLOSE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B14 4PW | £345,000 | 16/08/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 292 PRINCE OF WALES LANE, BIRMINGHAM, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B14 4LL | £315,000 | 21/07/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 32 HYTALL ROAD, SHIRLEY, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B90 1NF | £320,000 | 19/07/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 288 PRINCE OF WALES LANE, BIRMINGHAM, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B14 4LL | £311,000 | 09/06/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 32 GRAFTON ROAD, SHIRLEY, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B90 1NQ | £270,000 | 31/01/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 32 GRAFTON ROAD, SHIRLEY, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B90 1NQ | £270,000 | 31/01/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 15 MORTIMERS CLOSE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B14 4PW | £371,000 | 16/01/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 15 GORLESTON ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B14 4NR | £335,000 | 02/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 60 HYTALL ROAD, SHIRLEY, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B90 1NF | £278,000 | 31/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 52 GRAFTON ROAD, SHIRLEY, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B90 1NH | £235,000 | 25/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 1 GORLESTON GROVE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B14 4NS | £260,000 | 21/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 12 INSULL AVENUE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B14 4PR | £265,000 | 14/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 27 WESTFIELD AVENUE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B14 4PN | £285,000 | 22/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 291 PRINCE OF WALES LANE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B14 4LN | £264,000 | 01/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 6 INSULL AVENUE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B14 4PR | £220,000 | 10/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 10 GRAFTON ROAD, SHIRLEY, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B90 1NG | £330,000 | 31/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 72 GORLESTON ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B14 4NR | £240,000 | 31/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £186,723 (3 sales)
Area average: £280,000 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Birmingham. Series: Semi-detached. As of February 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Birmingham. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Birmingham.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Birmingham: £823/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | High St / Prince Of Wales | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | One Stop | 0.3 miles |
| Shop | Highters Heath News & Food Store | 0.4 miles |
| Train station | Shirley | 1.0 miles |
| Train station | Whitlocks End | 1.2 miles |
| Hospital | Park View Clinic | 2.7 miles |
| Hospital | Hunters Moor Neurorehabilitation Unit | 2.7 miles |
| University | Birmingham City University, Bournville Campus | 3.3 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 88 |
| Shoplifting | 59 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 22 |
| Vehicle crime | 21 |
| Public order | 13 |
| Other theft | 12 |
| Burglary | 10 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 9 |
| Robbery | 8 |
| Drugs | 3 |
| Other crime | 3 |
| Possession of weapons | 3 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Total incidents | 252 |
Within 1 mile during Mar 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).
Schools nearby
Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.
| Name | Type | Distance | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peterbrook Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | — (No rating) |
| Hollywood Primary School | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 1 Jul 2019 |
| Highters Heath Community School | Primary | 0.5 miles | Inadequate — 5 May 2022 |
| Highters Heath Nursery School | Nursery | 0.5 miles | Good — 23 Oct 2014 |
| Christ Church, Church of England Secondary Academy | Secondary | 0.6 miles | Requires improvement — 24 Jun 2024 |
Rental Comparables
Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.
| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Bed Terraced House, Yardley Wood, B14 | £1,200/mo | 3 | 0.4 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £1,200/mo (1 listing)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
- Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
- Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
- Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).
- Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
- Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
- ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).