The increased prosperity brought by the canal led to the construction of farms and large residences.

It developed into a major shopping area and churches and meeting halls were extended to accommodate more people.

The centre of Acocks Green was remodelled in 1932, and a large island incorporating the tram terminus was created.

Acocks Green was the location for a custom-built factory which made parts for the Bristol Hercules radial engines.

Construction of the factory commenced in late 1936 on the site of Westwood's market gardening business near the canal.

The houses proved popular thanks to the inclusion of electricity, running water, indoor toilets, bathrooms and gardens.

The houses, constructed from concrete and designed in the 'Parkinson' style, were declared defective by law in 1985 and structural tests concluded that damage was so severe that repair would not be possible.

This meant that the 477 houses had to be demolished, however, Birmingham City Council did not have the financial services available to carry out the work.

Wimpey Homes were appointed developers and work on the first phase of the estate commenced in July 1991.

This was met with opposition from some residents refusing to move and the crime on the estate was so bad that the washing machine in the show home provided by Wimpey was stolen.

[7]: 11  The first phase, saw 17 Bromford family homes for rent, opened in the summer of 1991 by the Lord Mayor of Birmingham.

Wholesale & Retail Trade and Vehicle Repairs Finance and Real Estate & Business Activities were both major employment sectors in the area at 16.4%.

[9] As of 6 May 2022 the Acocks Green Ward is represented on Birmingham City Council by two Liberal Democrat councillors.

Nationally, Acocks Green is part of Birmingham, Yardley constituency[b] represented in the House of Commons of the UK Parliament since 2015 by Jess Phillips of the Labour Party.

The school is named in memory of Archbishop Edward Ilsley, who built the first church in Acocks Green.

It is attached to Fox Hollies Leisure Centre, which complements Acocks Green's other sports, gym and recreational facilities.

Outside The Green you will not find many shops except convenience stores and off-licences, although there is a large modern bingo hall located on Stockfield Road.

There is a large cultural diversity in Acocks Green with a mix of people from all religions and races.

Spring Road railway station on the Stratford-Upon-Avon line also goes to Moor Street and Snow Hill.

Routes that serve Acocks Green are: The area can become congested and there have been calls for a bypass to ease pressure on the roads.

Businesses in the shopping area have opposed the idea because of concerns over losing passing trade.

Another proposal put forward to alleviate traffic congestion in the centre, whilst also making the area more pedestrian friendly, is to introduce a type of high street design known as Shared Space.

[20] Acocks Green library was opened on 14 June 1932 by the Lord Mayor of Birmingham, John Burman.

A three-storey octagonal corner turret at the Alexander Road end has keyed oculi and a domed roof.

A cartouche depicting the three pears of the Worcestershire coat of arms is in the centre pediment facing Yardley Road.

In Fox Hollies Park is a Bronze Age burnt mound with Scheduled Ancient Monument status.