A guide to living in West Midlands

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76.7%

Very Good

16.6%

Average

4.9%

Disappointing

0.9%

Very poor

0.9%

Best places to live in West Midlands

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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

4.97

(24 reviews)

A striking architectural statement nestled in a prime location. The Octagon offers a collection of luxury 1,2- and 3-bedroom apartments over 45 floors. Blending timeless elegance with contemporary design. Featuring refined interiors, premium finishes, and exclusive amenities, it offers a sophisticated lifestyle tailored for discerning residents. Every detail reflects luxury, privacy, and comfort at its finest.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 132 in West Midlands

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The Mercian, B15

By Moda Living

Award winner 2025

4.95

4.95

(734 reviews)

£1,281-£2,940 pcm

Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds

The Mercian offers 481 stunning apartments over 42 storeys. Located on the former site of The Click Club, it is the tallest residential tower in Birmingham. As well as great amenities and views, it offers a 200-metre rooftop running track!
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 132 in West Midlands

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Aston Place, B1

By Dandara Living

Award winner 2025

4.9

4.90

(735 reviews)

£825-£1,300 pcm

Studios, 1, 2 beds

Located on Suffolk Queensway in central Birmingham, Aston Place is less than 0.1 miles from The Mailbox and wide range of bars, restaurants and cafes around the canal area. Offering a choice of studio, one and two bedroom apartments, residents benefit from a free gym with fitness classes, resident lounge and co-working facilities and bookable dining room. The onsite team organises a popular calendar of social events and car parking is also available. As well as this, the development is just five minutes from Birmingham New Street Station and less than 10 minute's walk from The Bullring and Grand Central shopping district.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 132 in West Midlands

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Loudon's Yard, B16

By Moda Living

Award winner 2025

4.9

4.90

(132 reviews)

£1,200-£2,600 pcm

1, 2, 3 beds

Our newest neighbourhood in Birmingham - Moda, Loudon's Yard. 398 new homes, beautifully landscaped gardens and state-of-the-art amenities. Located less than a mile from Birmingham city centre. Our neighbourhood sits adjacent to Edgbaston Village... a vibrant retail, leisure and lifestyle district.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 132 in West Midlands

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Corkfield, B5

By Native Communities

Award winner 2025

4.86

4.86

(105 reviews)

Corkfield is the place to put down roots, grow and thrive. Designed for those who want to work, live and play all under one roof, we’ve cultivated a vibrant, close-knit community right on the edge of the city. With 375 studio 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, stunning views and a wealth of amenities right on your doorstep. Whether you need room for two, three or a mini-me (on two legs or four) – Corkfield is a community to call your own. The scheme is a stone’s throw from various schools, Queen Elizabeth Hospital and excellent transport links.
5th

Ranked 5th out of 132 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'.

ST (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Hairpin House, B12

Mar 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Hairpin house

ST (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Hairpin House, B12

Mar 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Close distance to central area with lots of shops and restaurants. Easy to get to train stations and coaches.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Quick fix with issues equipments such as laundry machines with regular check up

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Friendly staffs who are always ready to help with any issues


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Kassi Ellis (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Assembly Park, TF1

Mar 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

A lovely house I love

Kassi Ellis (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Assembly Park, TF1

Mar 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

I love how convenient it is to local shops and that I can walk to my Dr. The road is a bit narrow but now that the roads are being finished it will be loads better:

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

I’ve had a couple of small issues and they’ve all been sorted.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I wish there was a bit more storage for things like Christmas decorations and garden furniture


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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U man (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Sherlock Quarter, B5

Mar 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

Expensive facilities

U man (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Sherlock Quarter, B5

Mar 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Its a good living space but bad for its facilities. Thay charge alot for things like hot water. Literally too much that you get your budget disturbed

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Yes. But there is no resolution, only enforcement of having mandatory third party facilities

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Hot water has seperate billing and i have to pay more than 200 pounds each month


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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Daria Laczynska (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Assembly Park, TF1

Mar 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

Great location and very good management

Daria Laczynska (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Assembly Park, TF1

Mar 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The local area is very convenient to live in. There is a good range of shops within walking distance, as well as several nice green spaces nearby for walks. The street itself is generally quiet and feels safe. Bin collections are regular and well organised, and we have not experienced any anti-social behaviour. Overall it is a comfortable and well-connected neighbourhood to live in.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management has always responded quickly and professionally to any questions or small issues we raised. Communication has been easy and friendly, and problems were resolved without delays.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Honestly there were no major surprises after moving in. The experience has been very consistent with what we expected from the viewing and communication beforehand.


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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Alla (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Hairpin House, B12

Mar 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

Moslty ok, but some cleaning/management problems are present.

Alla (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Hairpin House, B12

Mar 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The building is within a walking distance from many restaurants and shops, public transport links. A full size grocery store is missing, it’d be nice to have one in ~10 minutes walking radius.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Most of our problems were solved fast, but an emergency maintenance on Sunday couldn’t be addressed. Moreover, our neighbors always fight and the management never acknowledged oor complaints.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

That there are no proper supermarkets around is the biggest problem.


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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