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Best places to live in Birmingham
How is ranking calculated?HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.
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The Octagon, B3
By Allsop Letting and Management
4.98
(34 reviews)
Ranked 1st out of 42 in Birmingham

The Mercian, B15
By Moda Living
Award winner 2025
4.95
(735 reviews)
Ranked 2nd out of 42 in Birmingham

Loudon's Yard, B16
By Moda Living
Award winner 2025
4.91
(132 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 42 in Birmingham

Corkfield, B5
By Native Communities
Award winner 2025
4.86
(113 reviews)
Ranked 4th out of 42 in Birmingham

The Whitmore Collection, B3
By Legal & General, urbanbubble
Award winner 2025
4.85
(255 reviews)
Ranked 5th out of 42 in Birmingham
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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.
Jouri (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Octagon, B3
May 2026
Great place to live and well managed
Jouri (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Octagon, B3
May 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
There are plenty of shops and places to eat nearby, and getting around is quite easy with the transport links. The area is generally convenient and has some nice open spaces too. The only issue is that parking can be difficult sometimes.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The management team was helpful whenever I needed anything. Problems were dealt with quickly and Paul was always friendly and helpful.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I didn’t expect the area and building to be this convenient and comfortable. Everything is nearby and the building is clean and well looked after.
Shakir (Tenant)
Unverified
Corkfield, B5
May 2026
Great service manager
Shakir (Tenant)
Unverified
Corkfield, B5
May 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Great amenities, but next to a risky area across the rd antisocial behaviour Overall good stylish building
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Yes great response always most of the time. They usually are good and accommodate all requests
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Rent increases and options to remove furniture with ease after 1 year
Afsana (Tenant)
Unverified
The Goodsyard, B18
May 2026
Modern, Clean and Well Managed Development with Great Parking and Location
Afsana (Tenant)
Unverified
The Goodsyard, B18
May 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area is very convenient and well connected, with easy access to the city centre, local shops, supermarkets, gyms, cafés and restaurants all within a short distance. There are also good transport links nearby which makes commuting and getting around very easy. The area feels lively but still comfortable to live in. The building and surrounding streets are generally clean and well maintained. One of the biggest positives for me is having a private parking space, which was one of the main reasons I chose this development as it makes day to day living much easier. Overall, I’ve found the area safe, accessible and enjoyable to live in with everything you need close by.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
So far I haven’t really had any major issues or maintenance queries that needed raising, which I think says a lot in itself. However, whenever I’ve had any questions, the building management team have always responded well, been approachable and happy to help.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
One thing I’ve realised after moving back here is that the building has actually been maintained really well over time. I previously lived here a few years ago when the development had first opened, and at the time there were a few minor issues as parts of the building were still being completed. Coming back around two years later, I’ve been pleasantly surprised by how modern, clean and well kept everything still feels. I’ve viewed other developments where the maintenance standards seemed to drop after a couple of years, but that doesn’t seem to be the case here. It’s reassuring knowing the building management have continued to maintain the development properly long term.
Martyn Langford (Tenant)
Unverified
Gilders Yard, B18
May 2026
Really helped me settle kn
Martyn Langford (Tenant)
Unverified
Gilders Yard, B18
May 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Love the building, the gym is a good size and I like the overall design. I've had a couple of issues joining where forgot my fob, and had a number of questions about how things work. I've only spelt to Dior so far and she has been amazing, helpful, and has gone the extra mile to get me prompt answers and go above and beyond. Couldn't be happier.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
As above, really prompt support in changing lights and sorting access
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
As above re spare key, this should be purchasable to de-risk any issues especially for people that work shifts
Santos (Tenant)
Unverified
Gilders Yard, B18
May 2026
Good location and staff with nice insulation
Santos (Tenant)
Unverified
Gilders Yard, B18
May 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
It is a good location with local shops, restaurants, lounges and fast food places as well. Also very close to city centre.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
It was efficient and prompt. You are advised to have the app on your mobile which you can using use to raise issues if any arises
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
The network coverage may not be the best within the building but overall apartment is comfortable and secure with decent amenities
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