
A guide to living in West Midlands
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Very Good
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Average
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Disappointing
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Very poor
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Best places to live in West Midlands
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
4.97
(47 reviews)
Ranked 1st out of 133 in West Midlands

The Mercian, B15
By Moda Living
Award winner 2025
4.94
(748 reviews)
Ranked 2nd out of 133 in West Midlands

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

The Whitmore Collection, B3
By Legal & General, urbanbubble
Award winner 2025
4.85
(259 reviews)
Ranked 4th out of 133 in West Midlands

Corkfield, B5
By Native Communities
Award winner 2025
4.84
(135 reviews)
Ranked 5th out of 133 in West Midlands
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Latest Reviews in West Midlands
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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'.
SAJ (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Cortland Broad St, B15
Aug 2026
Cortland is the best place to live in.
SAJ (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Cortland Broad St, B15
Aug 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area is clean,safe,and well maintained .
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
No problem with a new management all of them kind.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Everything was amazing so I was very happy when moved to cortland.
Yash Suresh (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Cortland Broad St, B15
Aug 2026
I would highly recommend Cortland Broad St to anyone and im really enjoying living here.
Yash Suresh (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Cortland Broad St, B15
Aug 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Good: Abby is lovely.. Location is excellent. Everything is nearby. Very centrally located to major offices, excellent public transport. of Great community. Easy to meet eclectic bunch of people. On Broad Street, but quieter end. Bad: Not many at all. Parking is limited and sometimes the WiFi is temperamental
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Quickly and efficiently, management cover most repairs and damages.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Nothing - everything was explained to me and management are always helpful.
RH (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Whitmore Collection, B3
Aug 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Building is becoming tired and needs a refresh. Time to move on
RH (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Whitmore Collection, B3
Aug 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area is good. I have no complaints to make about that. It’s probably the main reason I am still there
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
To be fair they will respond quickly but something things have just never got sorted
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
The remote nature of the reception to the Button Building is a bit inconvenient for casual interaction
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Richard (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Corkfield, B5
Aug 2026
Exceptional Good and perfect for every one who wants this facility it’s perfect for everyone and I will recommend this over and over again any day and anytime when you relocation to Birmingham. Corkfield is a very peaceful facility and you will like 10/10 and you will love this community.
Richard (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Corkfield, B5
Aug 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
This community is very nice and accommodating. Friendly staff and warm reception. I will recommend this facility to everyone . Corkfield is located at the best place in Edgbaston and you won’t regret. Exceptional Good and perfect for every one who wants this facility it’s perfect for everyone and I will recommend this over and over again any day and anytime when you relocation to Birmingham. Corkfield is a very peaceful facility and you will like it and recommended
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Very very very prompt and instant and I love this . They are very friendly and understanding. They always plan programs for residents and makes the place very hospitable
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I moved earlier than I knew about this facility. It’s actually the best in Birmingham. They have a lovely garden and a very spacious and variety of common areas
IJH (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Corkfield, B5
Aug 2026
Great Facilities, Amazing Team, Fantastic Community
IJH (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Corkfield, B5
Aug 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
We’ve really enjoyed living in Corkfield. Everything is so close and convenient – having Aldi right across the road has been a huge bonus, and it’s great having PureGym just around the corner too. There are loads of restaurants, cafés and shops nearby, so you’re never short of places to eat or things to do. We also love that there are plenty of green spaces around, which are perfect for a walk or just getting outside for a bit. The transport links are good and it’s easy to get wherever you need to go. Overall, it’s felt like a friendly, easy place to live, with everything you need right on your doorstep.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The building management team has always been incredibly responsive and helpful whenever we have raised any issues. Problems are handled quickly, efficiently and in a friendly manner. From arranging a replacement washing machine the next day to helping with furniture requests, window repairs and our lock issue, the team has consistently gone above and beyond to support residents.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I think one thing I wish I had known before moving in is just how much there is around Corkfield. During a viewing you get a feel for the apartment and building, but you don’t always realise how convenient the area is until you actually live here. There are so many shops, restaurants, green spaces and facilities nearby. A little tip for new neighbours would be to keep an eye on cricket match days at the stadium nearby, as parking can get a bit busier than usual. It’s also worth getting familiar with how everything works in the building early on , it makes settling in much easier.
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