Moving to Tamworth (B77)

Staffordshire · Tamworth

Planning a move to B77? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Tamworth area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Tamworth. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Tamworth

Based on 1001 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in B77 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£241,000
Average Price (all types)£262,335

By Property Type

Detached£360,000 (290 sales)
Semi-Detached£240,000 (356 sales)
Terraced£190,000 (264 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£140,000 (61 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Tamworth

As with many well-connected urban areas, Tamworth sees higher-than-average recorded crime. This is common in districts with busy high streets, nightlife, and transport hubs and doesn't necessarily reflect the experience of residents in quieter residential streets.

B77 Total Crimes (13 months)4,252
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average62% above average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences1,848 (99% above avg)
Anti-social Behaviour640 (51% above avg)
Public Order305 (69% above avg)
Vehicle Crime272 (105% above avg)
Shoplifting229 (near avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson247 (29% above avg)
Burglary151 (57% above avg)
Other Theft235 (35% above avg)
Drugs120 (29% above avg)
Robbery39 (near avg)
Theft from Person9 (82% below avg)
Bicycle Theft21 (9% below avg)
Possession of Weapons55 (112% above avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Tamworth

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Tamworth, council tax is managed by Tamworth. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1533.84
B£40,001 – £52,000£1789.48
C£52,001 – £68,000£2045.12
D£68,001 – £88,000£2300.76
E£88,001 – £120,000£2812.04
F£120,001 – £160,000£3323.32
G£160,001 – £320,000£3834.60
H£320,001+£4601.52

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near Tamworth

63.0 / 100 - This convenience score reflects how well-served the B77 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population, giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)22

Green Spaces in Tamworth

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in B77 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

94% of residential postcodes in B77 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Tamworth

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the B77 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Outstanding schools (total)3
Primary1
Secondary0
Nursery0

Broadband in Tamworth

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for B77 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

65.2 / 100 - Overall broadband quality score for the B77 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)98.8%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)90.1%
Gigabit capable86.9%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.0%

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Energy Performance in Tamworth

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for B77 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be, which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandC
Median EPC score70
Total rated properties10503

Homes in B77 average EPC Band C. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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