A guide to living in West Midlands
Average location score
Excellent
73%
Very Good
19%
Average
6%
Disappointing
1%
Very poor
1%
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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Aston Place, B1
By Dandara Living
4.90
(707 reviews)
£825-£1,300 pcm
Studios, 1, 2 beds
Ranked 1st out of 122 in West Midlands
The Whitmore Collection, B3
By urbanbubble, Legal & General
4.90
(226 reviews)
£1,000-£1,550 pcm
1, 2 beds
Ranked 2nd out of 122 in West Midlands
Loudon's Yard, B16
By Moda Living
4.86
(15 reviews)
£1,200-£2,600 pcm
1, 2, 3 beds
Ranked 3rd out of 122 in West Midlands
The Mercian, B15
By Moda Living
4.85
(236 reviews)
£1,281-£2,940 pcm
Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds
Ranked 4th out of 122 in West Midlands
Corkfield, B5
By Native
4.85
(45 reviews)
Ranked 5th out of 122 in West Midlands
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Featured developments in West Midlands
Latest Reviews in West Midlands
4043 total reviews
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Frankie (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Simple Life at Ashbank Heights, ST9 0JR
Dec 2024
Excellent
Frankie (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Simple Life at Ashbank Heights, ST9 0JR
Dec 2024
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
There is a lovely selection of shops and a lovely family pub that is stunning. Lovely area , nice quiet and relaxed.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
They have answered and replied to me quickly and prompt when I have had issues.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I would have liked to have been offered a 3 bedroom house, and I’ve asked about this since and was told none are available.
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Manager response
Hi Frankie, Thank you for your wonderful feedback!
Posted by
Anonymous, Simple Life
Dec 2024
Danielle (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Simple Life at Drakelow Park, DE15
Dec 2024
House is beautiful!
Danielle (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Simple Life at Drakelow Park, DE15
Dec 2024
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Love the house, but the area isn’t great. Roads are very pot holey, and people within the area aren’t friendly.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Very prompt & helpful. Haven’t had to raise any issues, but any queries were answered quickly.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
How rough the surrounding area is. Very built up when you go into burton.
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Hi Danielle, Thank you for your valuable feedback! We're delighted to hear that you would recommend Simple Life as your landlord.
Posted by
Anonymous, Simple Life
Dec 2024
Bianca Saraiva (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Whitmore Collection, B3
Dec 2024
Best place to live in Birmingham
Bianca Saraiva (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Whitmore Collection, B3
Dec 2024
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
You everything within 10 minutes walk of the building, it’s super convenient. Building has a great parking and bin area.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Building management is auper helpful and respond straight away.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
N/a. Everything was help explained to us by the staff regarding the building once we decided to move in.
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Manager response
Thank you for your review and the wonderful score you gave us! We truly appreciate your support and are thrilled that you had a positive experience.
Posted by
Penny Birks, Community Operations Manager
Dec 2024
Gurdas (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Whitmore Collection, B3
Dec 2024
Review
Gurdas (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Whitmore Collection, B3
Dec 2024
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Nice, central location. Easy bin collection and not much noise traffic. Pleasant reception staff, particularly Nikos.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The building management has been highly responsive and proactive in addressing any concerns raised. They handle issues efficiently, maintain clear communication, and ensure resolutions are implemented promptly, reflecting their commitment to excellent service.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I had known about the fantastic community events!
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Sabahat (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hairpin House, B12
Dec 2024
Home sweet home
Sabahat (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hairpin House, B12
Dec 2024
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Amazing place to live. Very near to city center. Building has safe secure parking. Single bus to bullring.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
All mattere are always solved with good responsibilty
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Read ur contract carefully .things like breakout clause
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