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Award winner 2025

The Forum, B5

2124.58
10th

Ranked 10th out of 42 in Birmingham

By Touchstone

Facilities

  • 24hr onsite management

  • Balcony

  • Bike storage

  • Communal gardens

  • Concierge

  • Coworking spaces

  • Gated community

  • Gym

  • Lounge

  • Onsite cafe

  • Onsite maintenance

  • Parcel storage

  • Parking

  • Pet friendly

  • Play area

  • Private dining

  • Resident events

  • Roof terrace

  • Security features

Awards

  • Location Award: 2025, 2024

  • Management Award: 2025, 2024

  • Excellence Award: 2025, 2024

  • Facilities Award: 2025, 2024

  • Design Award: 2025, 2024

  • Value Award: 2025

See how residents rate this development

212 total reviews

This development is rated 4.58 out of 5.00.
4.58

212 total reviews

This all-time rating combines reviewer scores for Experience, Value, Location, Facilities, Management and Design as well as the age and verification status of each review.

Some reviewers were offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

Experience

4.5

Value

4.4

Location

4.8

Facilities

4.4

Management

4.4

Design

4.6

Viewing 1-5 out of 212

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'.

SG (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Forum, B5

Jul 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

Design is very pleasing with the apartment equiped with new and modern furniture

SG (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Forum, B5

Jul 2026

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

Great location with access to restaurants and train station. The accommodation has common areas with a gym which is a great bonus.

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

Yes responded to problems in a timely manner and resolved the issue,

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

Would have been good to know about that the internet provider cannot be chosen by us


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YYMUK (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Forum, B5

Jul 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

Where Comfort Meets Community – The Forum

YYMUK (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Forum, B5

Jul 2026

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

Living here is relaxing and convenient with a large variety of cuisines and supermarkets nearby. The property location is excellent with prime transportation options like train and coach stations all within 10 minutes’ walk. The room facilities are generally fit for purpose, and it would further enhance the living experience if some of the older appliances in the resident rooms could be refreshed with more up‑to‑date models.

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

The building management team has been extremely helpful, especially Kary, who is always kind and responsive in addressing our requests and resolving any issues we report. It has been a very pleasant experience working with her throughout the entire tenancy setup process, where she consistently provided thoughtful ideas and considerate recommendations.

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

If I’ve to name one thing, it would be the warm corridor which could be a plus in winter but not for summer.


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CKWUK (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Forum, B5

Jul 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

Forum - Life in Motion

CKWUK (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Forum, B5

Jul 2026

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

The property enjoys an excellent location, with prime transport options such as train and coach stations all within a 10‑minute walk. Living here feels relaxing and convenient, with a wide variety of cuisines and supermarkets close by. The room facilities are generally fit for purpose, and it would further enhance the living experience if some of the older appliances in the resident rooms could be refreshed with more up‑to‑date models.

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

The building management team has always been very supportive, and Kary in particular has been wonderfully kind and attentive whenever we reach out with a request or concern. It has been a genuinely reassuring experience working with her throughout the tenancy set up process, as she consistently offers gentle guidance and thoughtful suggestions that make everything feel much easier.

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

Understanding the site’s short‑ to medium‑term refurbishment and development plans in advance can gently guide potential tenants in shaping their own rental strategy.


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

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KPKC (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Forum, B5

Jul 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

Cosy Living

KPKC (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Forum, B5

Jul 2026

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

The property location is excellent with prime transportation options like train and coach stations all within 10 minutes’ walk. Living here is also relaxing and convenient with a large variety of cuisines and supermarkets nearby. Whilst the room facilities are fit for purposes., it would be even better if some of the old appliances in the resident rooms can be replaced with more up-to -date models to further enhance the living experience.

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

The building management team is very helpful, especially Kary Chung, who is always kind and responsive in resolving any issues we report throughout the entire tenancy set up process.

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

Understanding the site’s immediate‑ to medium‑term refurbishment and development plans in advance can help potential tenants shape their own rental strategy more effectively.


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

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SCJW (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Forum, B5

Jul 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

Hub of Living - The Forum

SCJW (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Forum, B5

Jul 2026

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

The property location is excellent with prime transportation options like train and coach stations all within 10 minutes’ walk. Living here is also relaxing and convenient with a large variety of cuisines and supermarkets nearby.

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

The building management team has been extremely helpful, especially Kary, who is always kind and responsive in addressing our requests and resolving any issues we report. It has been a very pleasant experience working with her throughout the entire tenancy setup process, where she consistently provided thoughtful ideas and considerate recommendations.

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

Car Park availability is limited so should discuss with the property manager in prior.


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The Forum, B5

10th

Ranked 10th out of 42 in Birmingham

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