If you own a home in Kings Heath, Moseley or Hall Green and you have been wondering whether now is the right moment to sell, you are not alone. The B13 and B28 postcodes are attracting serious buyer interest in 2026, and the picture for sellers is more encouraging than many might expect.
At Martin & Co Solihull, we cover this south Birmingham corridor as a core part of our patch. We understand the streets, the school catchments, and the buyer profiles that are actively searching here right now — and in this post, we want to share exactly what that means for you as a seller.
What the 2026 market looks like for B13 and B28 sellers
The south Birmingham property market has shown notable resilience through 2025 and into 2026. According to Land Registry data trends for the B13 and B28 postcodes, average sold prices for semi-detached homes in Kings Heath have held firm in the region of £290,000 to £320,000, while terraced properties in Hall Green continue to attract strong interest in the £220,000 to £260,000 range.
Detached homes in the quieter pockets of Hall Green and the borders of Moseley are achieving higher figures, often exceeding £400,000 where presentation and school catchment align favourably.
These are not stagnant numbers. Buyer competition in this corridor remains active, and well-priced, well-presented properties are continuing to generate multiple viewings within the first two weeks of listing.
How Bank of England base rate changes are shaping buyer confidence
One of the most significant shifts in the market during 2026 has been the gradual improvement in mortgage affordability. Following a series of Bank of England base rate reductions through late 2025 and into 2026, lenders have responded with more competitive fixed-rate products — and that has directly expanded the pool of buyers who can realistically afford homes in the B13 and B28 postcodes.
For sellers, this matters enormously. A larger pool of mortgage-ready buyers means fewer fall-throughs, stronger offers, and shorter times to exchange.
Professional couples and young families — the dominant buyer profile in this corridor — are particularly sensitive to mortgage rate movements. Many of them have been watching the market carefully and are now ready to act. If your home is on the market or about to come to market, July 2026 represents a genuinely active window.
Who is buying in Kings Heath, Moseley and Hall Green right now?
Understanding your buyer is one of the most useful things a seller can do before pricing or marketing a property. In this part of south Birmingham, the active buyer pool in 2026 is broadly made up of three groups.
Professional couples relocating from inner-city postcodes
Buyers from B1, B5 and B12 are consistently looking southward for more space, quieter streets and better value per square foot. Kings Heath’s independent café culture, the Moseley Farmers’ Market, and the proximity to Cannon Hill Park make this corridor genuinely appealing to buyers who want character without compromising on connectivity.
Families prioritising school catchments
School catchment boundaries are a defining factor in how individual streets within B13 and B28 are priced. Properties within the catchment of Moseley School and Sixth Form College, or within reach of Wheelers Lane Academy in neighbouring Kings Heath, consistently attract premium interest.
If your home sits within or close to one of these catchments, that is a marketing advantage worth highlighting explicitly — not just as a footnote, but as a lead feature in your listing.
Out-of-area buyers and those relocating to the West Midlands
South Birmingham’s reputation for community, green space and excellent transport links is drawing buyers from outside the region. Whether relocating for work, family or lifestyle, these buyers often have a strong budget and move decisively when they find the right property.
Cross-City rail: Why connectivity is driving demand in this corridor
The Cross-City line is one of the most underrated selling points for homes in Kings Heath and Hall Green. With direct services into Birmingham New Street and onward connections across the West Midlands, rail commuters value the convenience of this corridor enormously.
Kings Heath and Hall Green stations provide reliable access to the city centre in under 20 minutes, making these postcodes genuinely practical for commuters who want suburban space without sacrificing connectivity.
When marketing your property, transport links should be positioned alongside school catchments and local amenities as a core part of the value proposition — not an afterthought.
Pricing your home correctly in July 2026
Overpricing remains the single biggest risk for sellers in this market. Buyers in B13 and B28 are well-informed — they are watching Rightmove and Zoopla closely, and they notice when a property sits on the market for longer than expected.
A home that launches at the right price generates momentum. It creates competition, supports stronger offers, and typically results in a faster, cleaner sale. A home that launches too high often stalls, requires a reduction, and ultimately sells for less than it would have achieved with a correctly positioned launch price.
Getting the pricing right requires genuine local knowledge — not just an algorithm or a national average. It requires understanding which streets command a premium, how catchment boundaries affect value on a road-by-road basis, and what comparable properties have actually achieved in recent months.
Why sellers in south Birmingham choose Martin & Co Solihull
Martin & Co Solihull brings the expertise of a nationally recognised brand with the local knowledge of a team that genuinely knows the B13 and B28 postcodes. We sell a property every 8 minutes across our network, and we move more than 20,000 households forward every year.
Our approach is straightforward and transparent. From your initial valuation through to managing viewings, negotiating offers and progressing your sale to exchange, we are with you at every stage — without any fuss.
We understand that selling your home is one of the most significant decisions you will make. Our job is to take the complexity away, give you clear and honest guidance, and get you the best possible outcome.
Ready to find out what your home is worth?
If you are thinking about selling in Kings Heath, Hall Green or Moseley, the first step is understanding what your home is realistically worth in today’s market.
Book a free, no-obligation valuation with the Martin & Co Solihull team today. Our local experts will visit your home, walk you through current comparable sales in your postcode, and give you a clear, honest assessment of your options — with no pressure and no hidden costs.
You can also get in touch with the Martin & Co Solihull branch directly to speak with a member of our sales team about your circumstances, your timeline, and how we can help you move forward with confidence.
The south Birmingham market is active. Buyers are ready. If you are thinking about selling in 2026, now is the time to get the right advice from people who know this market inside out.
