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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
(36 reviews)
Ranked 1st out of 42 in Birmingham

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

Loudon's Yard, B16
By Moda Living
Award winner 2025
4.90
(133 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 42 in Birmingham

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

The Whitmore Collection, B3
By Legal & General, urbanbubble
Award winner 2025
4.85
(256 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'.
Hamid k (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Corkfield, B5
Jun 2026
Highly recommended – a proper hidden gem in Birmingham!
Hamid k (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Corkfield, B5
Jun 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The location is brilliant. Being right next to Cannon Hill Park gives you so much peace and quiet, and because the building isn't boxed in by other high-rises, you get beautiful, open views that you just can't find anywhere else in the B5 area. Well-connected to city centre with less than 10 min by bus. Aldi is right over the street 🙂 PureGym is in Corkfield building but you need to pay separate membership (it's not free for residents) EV parking is available and you pay a fixed amount for parking and you can use it unlimited.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
It is pretty quick and always they are looking for some improvement. Of course sometimes problem or issues happen, but they are keen to resolve it and communicate with residents well. They provide monthly newsletter and updates regarding any issues or scheduled events in our community.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
A price is a bit higher than their similar building in Birmingham. Gym is not included. Wife is included. You can rent private room for free. Parcel room.
Alexandra Burton (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Goodsyard, B18
Jun 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
All staff are very welcoming and friendly
Alexandra Burton (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Goodsyard, B18
Jun 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
All staff are very welcoming and friendly. Everyone you see around has a smile on their face. The events planned are something I am looking forward!
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
A small issue was raised and I was contacted straight away by building management who arranged a time convenient for me via WhatsApp to come and it was sorted quickly!
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I knew how happy I would feel living here on my own before coming so that I could have had the confidence sooner to move!
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Marcus J (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Lansdowne, B16
Jun 2026
Perfect for people new to Birmingham
Marcus J (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Lansdowne, B16
Jun 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Recently moved up from Wales for work, and couldn't have found a better place to live for someone new to the city. The building has a bus and a tram stop outside, or is only a 15 minute walk, for going into the city center. There's a supermarket opposite and a cinema behind. It's on the border of Edgbaston Village, which has some high end bars and restaurants.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Problems or issues are dealt with immediately. Issues are raised via an app and are resolved by the time I get home from work the next day. A report of any work is logged on the app. Extremely efficient.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Relocating to Birmingham couldn't have gone better because of how convenient everything is when living here. The accessibility, security, culture and support here has been fantastic.
Enoch (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Goodsyard, B18
Jun 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Exquisite apartments
Enoch (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Goodsyard, B18
Jun 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
I have lived in this beautiful apartments for some months now and I will say that it worth the money, I do not enjoy dirty environment and this apartment is super clean. I would recommend this for all working class individuals. Finally, it’s furnished which makes it easy to rent and occupy. I greatly recommend this apartment for everyone, thanks.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Promptly or timely. They will attend to ensure things are put in proper perspective
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Parking fee, I think it’s on the high side. Something should be done about this to allow lots of residents patronise the parking space than park outside.
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Shweta (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Corkfield, B5
Jun 2026
Great Place to Live
Shweta (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Corkfield, B5
Jun 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area is very convenient, with Aldi, Morrisons, Asda Express, and Costa all within walking distance. Cannon Hill Park is also nearby and is a great place for walks, exercise, and family time. It's close to Birmingham city centre, but without the noise and crowds that come with living right in the centre.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Any issues raised are dealt with quickly and professionally, and they always try to resolve problems as soon as possible.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Nothing major comes to mind. Overall, it has been a very smooth and positive experience living here.
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