The Forum, B5

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

Located just next to Chinatown, this area offers a fantastic selection of delicious food options. In addition to the vibrant dining scene, it's only a 3-minute walk to an indoor market where you can find fresh seafood, meats, and a variety of other local products. Just a bit further, about 5 minutes away, you'll find Marks & Spencer, a well-known high-quality food store, perfect for those seeking premium groceries. With such convenience and variety, this area provides everything you need for a delightful culinary experience and easy access to fresh ingredients.

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

The team resolves issues quickly and responds promptly to any concerns, ensuring that problems are addressed in a timely and efficient manner, making living here a hassle-free experience.

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

An additional surprise I discovered after moving in is that some rooms on the ground floor come with outdoor patios, which I wasn't aware of before my move. This feature is a fantastic bonus, offering a private outdoor space that adds great value to the living experience.

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Great place with everything you need nearby. It has friendly staff and good privacy. The security is 24/7.

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

Promptly respond to problems and try to action them quickly.

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I love the community activities. The unique aspect of my experience is going to these.

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Living in this area has been a mostly positive experience. There’s a good selection of local shops and supermarkets nearby, and plenty of cafes and restaurants within walking distance. Public transport is convenient – buses and trains are generally reliable, making it easy to get into the city centre. The area feels safe and residential, and bin collections are regular. Parking can sometimes be a bit limited depending on the time of day, and there can be occasional traffic noise, but nothing too disruptive. Overall, it’s a comfortable and well-connected place to live.

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

A special thanks to Jodie and the Management Team – communication has always been clear and helpful, and any requests or issues were handled efficiently and professionally. Kary was especially responsive and supportive, even during our move-out process, which made everything smooth and stress-free.

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

One thing I wish I had known before moving in was the schedule and scope of the external building works. It would have been helpful to have advance notice of the planned façade maintenance and to receive regular updates at each stage of the works. This would have allowed for better preparation and understanding of how it might impact daily life. That said, the management team has been responsive to questions when asked, and with more proactive communication, the experience could be even better.

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Living in The Forum, Birmingham offers a lot of positives. It's right in the city centre, so shops, restaurants, bars, and supermarkets are all close by. The Bullring and Grand Central are just a short walk away, which makes shopping and dining super convenient. Transport links are excellent, with Birmingham New Street and Moor Street stations close by, plus plenty of bus routes. Parking is limited, you need to ask when you move-in. The area around The Forum is generally lively but can get a bit noisy on weekends due to the nightlife. Bin collections are consistent, and the building itself is secure and well-maintained. Overall, it’s a great place to live if you enjoy city life and want everything within easy reach.

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

The building management has been responsive and helpful. Kary was very helpful during move-in.

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

Another thing I wish I had known is that the outside maintenance works can sometimes be a bit noisy, especially during office hours. Overall the building has everything, the location and amenities are great!

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Excellent location for transport connectivity - bus , train... even airport is 15-25 min away. Lots of options for eating including the exhaustive option of china town. High street, bull ring and colmore financial district all in walking distance

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

If there is one aspect of the building that I could give top rating without any caveats or hesitation, it would be the building management team. Right from a welcoming front desk to the management team, everyone does everything in their gift to address any issue I have raised ( of which there haven't been many as well.. which probably also shows that they are on top of things in general) Special shout out to Jodie for all the support and Sajina for the daily blackboard updates riddle/joke (genuinely a nice thing bringing a smile or make you think on the way up in the lift)

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

(have to say through my own fault) didn't realise there is limited parking and no "guest" parking. But obviously lot of paid car park options around, so no harm done.