Selly Oak, Residential suburb in southwest Birmingham, England
The area spans several neighborhoods including Bournbrook, Selly Park, and Ten Acres, with a population exceeding 25,000 residents.
The suburb takes its name from an oak tree that stood at Bristol Road and Oak Tree Lane intersection until 1909, when construction work led to its removal.
The University of Birmingham's presence in Selly Oak creates a diverse community with a high proportion of students from different countries.
The Worcester and Birmingham Canal provides transportation links through the suburb, connecting it to broader networks across the region.
Archaeological discoveries near Bournville Lane revealed Late Neolithic decorated pottery, indicating human presence in the area thousands of years ago.
Location: Birmingham
GPS coordinates: 52.43870,-1.94111
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:55
Cadbury World
1.1 km
Joseph Chamberlain Memorial Clock Tower
1.4 km
Metchley Fort
1.4 km
Selly Manor
998 m
Lapworth Museum of Geology
1.3 km
St Edward's Church, Selly Park, Birmingham
1.1 km
St Mary's Church
319 m
Minworth Greaves
977 m
St Francis of Assisi's Church, Bournville
1.2 km
Selly Oak Park
596 m
Church of Our Lady and St Rose of Lima
1.4 km
Selly Oak Pumping Station
661 m
Selly Oak Library
633 m
Selly Oak Elim Church
744 m
St Stephen's Church, Selly Park
1.3 km
Weoley Hill United Reformed Church
1.3 km
Great Hall and Quadrant Range
1.4 km
Men's Pavilion (Bournville Club)
1.4 km
Bournville Memorial Cross
978 m
Ruskin Hall
974 m
641 And 659, Bristol Road B29
650 m
The Rest House
1 km
1046, Bristol Road B29
962 m
35-47, Sycamore Road, Bournville
1.1 km
Bournville Infants' School
1.1 km
Friends' Meeting House
970 m
University of Birmingham Lodge, Gates, Gate Piers and Wall
1.3 km
Parish Hall St Francis Centre
1.1 kmReviews
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