Award winner 2025

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
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
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
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
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
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
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
YYMUK (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Forum, B5
Jul 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
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.
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
CKWUK (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Forum, B5
Jul 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
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
KPKC (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Forum, B5
Jul 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
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
SCJW (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Forum, B5
Jul 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
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.
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
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The Forum, B5
Ranked 10th out of 42 in Birmingham
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