26 WILLOWS ROAD
BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS B12 9QB
Property details
Floor area
127 m²
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Last sold
£180,000 Dec 2010
Price per m²
£1,456/m²
Local average
£221,177 (-16.4%)
Street crime
506 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Additional details
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Entrance hallway, living room, dining room, extended fitted kitchen, three bedrooms, shower room, family bathroom, gas central heating, landscaped rear garden with patio and brick built store shed
The property comprises
ENTRANCE
The property is accessed via shared front door with top light over leading into
VESTIBULE AREA
Minton tiled flooring and doorway leading into
SHARED PASSAGEWAY
Ceiling light point, quarry tiled flooring and gated access to garden.
Front door with top light over leads into
ENTRANCE HALLWAY
Under stair storage cupboard, ceiling light point, single radiator, wood parquet style flooring and doors to
LIVING ROOM 13'7" into bay (11'10" min) x 12'3" (4.14m into bay (3.61m min) x 3.73m)
Sash bay window to front aspect, feature fireplace housing open fire with contemporary style mantle surround, stone inset and hearth, ceiling cornicing, ceiling light point, single radiator, stripped wood flooring and TV point.
DINING ROOM 12'3" x 11'11" (3.73m x 3.63m)
French doors and top light to rear aspect, feature fireplace housing open fire with decorative mantle surround and tiled hearth, ceiling cornicing, ceiling light point, single radiator, stripped wood flooring, TV point and archway with step up to
EXTENDED FITTED KITCHEN 19'6" x 6'8" (5.94m x 2.03m)
Having a range of base and wall mounted white coloured units with contrasting solid wood work surfaces over, matching up stand, complementary splash back tiling, integrated double bowl single drainer ceramic sink unit with mixer tap over, built in four ring stainless steel gas hob with matching electric oven under, wall mounted combination boiler, plumbing for a washing machine, two double glazed sash windows to side aspect, window to rear aspect, door leads outside, ceiling light point and down lighters and tiled, double radiator and stripped wood flooring.
Stairs rise from Hallway to
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Decorative exposed brickwork, ceiling and wall light points, loft hatch, single radiator and doors to
BEDROOM ONE 14'3" x 12' (4.34m x 3.66m)
Sash window to front aspect, ceiling light point, single radiator, stripped wood flooring and broadband point (subject to subscription).
BEDROOM TWO 12' x 11'4" (3.66m x 3.45m)
Sash window to rear aspect, ceiling light point, single radiator and stripped wood flooring.
SHOWER ROOM
Shower cubicle, wash hand basin, close coupled wc, complementary splash back tiling, window to side aspect, ceiling down lighters, single radiator and cork tiled flooring.
FAMILY BATHROOM
Panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin, close coupled wc, complementary splash back tiling, sash window to side aspect, window to rear aspect, ceiling down lighters, shaver point, single radiator and cork tiled flooring.
Stairs rise from First Floor Landing to
SECOND FLOOR LANDING
Skylight window to rear aspect, wall light point and door to
BEDROOM THREE 14'8" x 12'1" (4.47m x 3.68m)
Dormer style window to front aspect, decorative feature cast iron fireplace, wall light point and single radiator.
OUTSIDE
Stepped blue brick patio area, childs sandpit with timber cover, well stocked raised flower beds to sides, steps up to pathway with lawn flanking having a mixture of flower and shrub borders all bound within by hedgerows and walls. Pathway continues up to
BRICK BUILT STORE SHED
L-shaped with access door and window to side aspect.
TENURE
The Agent understands the property is Freehold.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
All items of fixtures and fittings except those mentioned in these detailed sales particulars are excluded from the sale.
THE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property.
Listed by
Moseley
Oulsnam
Reference: 16834779
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 26/11/2022
Expiry date: 25/11/2032
Current heating cost: £1,013/year
Potential heating cost: £655/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £19,800
Recommendations
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
- Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
- Upgrade heating controls (£350 - £450)
- Replace single glazed windows with low-E double glazing (£3,300 - £6,500)
- 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 #10182376
Property Details
Street: 26 Willows Road
Town: BIRMINGHAM
Postcode: B12 9QB
Installation Details
Items: 1 window
Certificate Issued: 31/03/2014
Work Completed: 07/03/2014
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
216% since 2000
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 20/12/2010 (15 years ago) | £180,000 | +215.8% |
| Sold | 01/08/2000 (25 years ago) | £57,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 CANNON HILL PLACE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B12 9PU | £180,000 | 21/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 6 CANNON HILL GROVE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B12 9PT | £68,000 | 05/02/2025 | Terraced |
| 2 HALLAM STREET, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B12 9PR | £180,000 | 15/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 69 OAKFIELD ROAD, BALSALL HEATH, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B12 9PX | £225,000 | 31/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 96 CANNON HILL ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B12 9NW | £273,000 | 13/02/2023 | Terraced |
| 37 WILLOWS CRESCENT, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B12 9NS | £336,000 | 03/08/2022 | Terraced |
| 77 JAKEMAN ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B12 9NU | £210,000 | 13/06/2022 | Terraced |
| 21 CANNON HILL ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B12 9NH | £168,000 | 08/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 81 OAKFIELD ROAD, BALSALL HEATH, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B12 9PY | £280,000 | 22/03/2022 | Terraced |
| 59 OAKFIELD ROAD, BALSALL HEATH, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B12 9PX | £300,000 | 31/01/2022 | Terraced |
| 182 MARY STREET, BALSALL HEATH, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B12 9RJ | £200,000 | 13/12/2021 | Terraced |
| 186 MARY STREET, BALSALL HEATH, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B12 9RJ | £210,000 | 12/11/2021 | Terraced |
| 45 OAKFIELD ROAD, BALSALL HEATH, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B12 9PX | £179,000 | 18/06/2021 | Terraced |
Area average: £216,077 (13 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: Terraced. As of March 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 | Willows Rd / Jakeman Rd | 0.0 miles |
| Shop | Barn Wines & Spirits | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Aziz Supermarket | 0.1 miles |
| Hospital | Runcorn Road Dialysis Unit | 0.5 miles |
| Hospital | Moseley Hall Hospital | 0.7 miles |
| Train station | Moseley Village | 0.7 miles |
| University | University of Birmingham School of Dentistry | 0.9 miles |
| University | Birmingham City University | 1.1 miles |
| Train station | Kings Heath | 1.2 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 209 |
| Vehicle crime | 49 |
| Other theft | 40 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 36 |
| Burglary | 26 |
| Drugs | 26 |
| Public order | 25 |
| Possession of weapons | 21 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 19 |
| Shoplifting | 19 |
| Robbery | 15 |
| Theft from the person | 12 |
| Other crime | 9 |
| Total incidents | 506 |
Within 1 mile during Apr 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jakeman Nursery School | Nursery | 0.1 miles | Outstanding — 15 Jun 2023 |
| Ark Tindal Primary Academy | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 7 Nov 2014 |
| Heath Mount Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Requires improvement — 11 Jul 2019 |
| St John and Monica Catholic Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 16 Jul 2018 |
| Redstone Academy for Boys | Other | 0.4 miles | Good — 28 Feb 2024 |
Rental Comparables
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).