Local area guide

Living in Halesowen

Thinking about moving to Halesowen? Discover why it's a great place to live, fun things to do here, what the local schools and transport connections are like - and of course the most important thing of all: how much houses cost to buy.

Your guide to moving to Halesowen

Why Halesowen is a good place to live

Halesowen, a town nestled just seven miles from the bustling centre of Birmingham, offers a unique blend of town and country living. For those after a quick commute, Halesowen’s comprehensive bus service and proximity to the M5 motorway make it a dream spot. Families will appreciate high-performing local schools, such as Halesowen College which ranks among the top 10% in the country. Even without a railway station, moving to Halesowen means finding the perfect balance of convenience and quality of life. It's a place that showcases Britain's pastoral beauty while maintaining a vibrant connection to urban advantages.

What's Halesowen famous for?

Halesowen’s claim to fame rests firmly on the deeply-rooted heritage of its stunning Leasowes Park. Considered one of England's first natural landscaped gardens, Leasowes Park holds weight nationally for its contribution to natural beauty and garden design. This local gem offers a perfect flashback to elegant English gardening tradition, making it not just a park but a piece of living history.

Things to do in Halesowen

A visit to Halesowen opens the door to a variety of engaging activities. Nature enthusiasts are spoilt for choice with expansive sit-ins like Leasowes Park and the nearby Clent Hills raising the bar for outdoor pursuits. What better way to appreciate the town's green spaces than partake in a family picnic or relish a leisurely park stroll? Food-lovers can explore a range of local eateries offering everything from cosy cuisines to fast food delights. Visiting Halesowen offers an opportunity to appreciate Britain's diverse cultural pallet while immersing in the town's quaint charm.

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Average asking prices in Halesowen today

We update our average asking prices every day using data from millions of properties for sale.

Terraced

Avg. asking price

£200,000

83 properties for sale

Detached

Avg. asking price

£450,000

85 properties for sale

Semi-detached

Avg. asking price

£285,000

108 properties for sale

Flats

Avg. asking price

£120,000

21 properties for sale

Properties currently for sale in Halesowen

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Transport in Halesowen

Find the nearest train stations and other transport links in Halesowen.

Local connections

Old Hill
National Rail
1.5 miles / 2.4 km
Rowley Regis
National Rail
2.1 miles / 3.4 km
Cradley Heath
National Rail
2.2 miles / 3.5 km
Lye (West Midlands)
National Rail
2.8 miles / 4.5 km
Stourbridge Junction
National Rail
3.5 miles / 5.6 km
Langley Green
National Rail
3.7 miles / 6.0 km

Schools in Halesowen

Discover local primary schools, secondary schools and sixth form colleges in Halesowen.

Education in Halesowen

Halesowen CofE Primary School
Ages: 3 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Requires improvement (2022)
The Earls High School
Ages: 11 - 16 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2020)
Tenterfields Primary Academy
Ages: 3 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2019)
Our Lady and St Kenelm RC School
Ages: 4 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2021)
Windsor High School and Sixth Form
Ages: 11 - 18 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2022)
Manor Way Primary Academy
Ages: 3 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2018)

Local pubs in Halesowen

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  • Old Queens Head

    Halesowen, West Midlands, B63

    There was a Queens Head in Peckingham Street as early as 1675. The present pub, now in Birmingham Street is older than it looks and despite its Victorian trimmings could itself be seventeenth century.

  • Benjamins

    Halesowen, West Midlands, B63

    Set over 2 floors Benjamins can accommodate functions of all sizes upto 450 guests and indeed upto 650 guests if the whole of the building is used for one function as was the case in August 2011!

  • Waggon & Horses

    Belle Vale, Halesowen, B63

    the Waggon dates from the 1850’s and was recently refurbished by Black Country Ales, retaining many of the historical features. One long bar serves three main drinking areas.

  • King Edward VII

    Belle Vale, Halesowen, B63

    Friendly, comfortable pub next to Halesowen Town football ground, on the main road just out of the town centre, towards Stourbridge. A large front lounge and smaller rear lounge with sports TV, both served by a central bar, selling eight real ales plus on