Best places to buy in Birmingham

A recent article by The Times highlighted the city centre's property hotspots. Not only did they point out our favourite districts, they actually name-checked all three of our current Birmingham developments.

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The Commonwealth Games certainly put Birmingham in the public eye, but the business community has already seen the city's upward growth path. Accenture is the latest among a growing list of professional, legal and business services firms setting up shop.

The huge increase in high value jobs has seen demand for city centre accommodation vastly exceed supply, creating an important opportunity for astute property investors. However, as with all cities, there are some districts which will perform better than others. Here are three highlighted by The Times.

The Jewellery Quarter

This remarkable area was described by English Heritage as 'a national treasure' and 'unique in Europe'. Sitting adjacent to the central business district, its former workshops and warehouses now house some of the city's best art galleries, bars, restaurants and cafes.

Name checked by The Times

Part heritage conversion, part new build, these one and two bedroom apartments will appeal to investors with an interest in the higher end of the city centre's property market.

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Digbeth / Eastside

A little rough around the edges, according to The Times, but that is a big part of the area's appeal. This is where tech meets creative meets all the nightlife you could wish for - a big draw for young urban professionals.

Name checked by The Times

A completed property in a great location - just off Digbeth High Street, an easy walk to all of the nightlife, The Bullring and a new tram stop for rapid access to the central business district.

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Southside

Encompassing the Chinese and Gay Quarters, this bustling cultural district is home to some of the biggest names in the arts, including The Hippodrome Theatre and Birmingham Royal Ballet. Its popularity as a place to live drives some of the highest yields in the city.

Name checked by The Times

The developer's most recent Birmingham project won UK Best High Rise Residential Development in 2019. Their latest project will be built to the same high standards.

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Original Times article (paywall)

Updated 22/08/22