The land remained agricultural till Austin Village was built there during World War I for workers producing munitions in a Longbridge factory.
Between the world wars council houses with gardens were built bordering Turves Green mostly on the West Heath side.
In 2011 Birmingham Council added a children's play area with attractions including a roundabout, swings and an assault course with slides.
The recreation area consists of mown grass, with a few benches and alongside the brook natural woodland.
Near the play area on either side of the brook is a small spinney with trees including oaks, larches and other conifers.
Older private houses are along Longbridge Lane which borders the top part of the recreational area.