Neighbourhood and local area reviews for renting in Birmingham

Not a bad area a bit away from town, very hard to get into town in morning takes additional 30min in uber, but close to bearwood so ok, Tesco not that far by for few bits but not amazing

No bins on some roads means bin bags are left out and rats get into them and litter is strewn about. Convenient train station, distance to Uni, and variety of tasty restaurants (though too many burger shops). Safe at night to walk around if popping to the pub or Tesco. Has an Aldi so no absurd groceries prices. Nice greenery in places with the canals and the park.

Similarly to the house, it is practical but with issues. The amount of shops, takeaways and other amenities is brilliant, especially for university students. However, it is dingy, grey and always dull of bin bags and rodents.

pros:
- close to shops and necessities.
- public transport links
- close to students from many unis
- postbox
- park nearby

cons:
- bin strike affected us badly- not collected, streets fill with rubbish
- loud
- floods in some areas.
- bins everywhere

Nice shops, pubs and food places. Not the cleanest. Can be quite loud in evenings

Much nicer than Selly. Quieter, seems a little less dodgy at night, cute and nice to walk around. Close to Cadbury World. The Aldi is great, and I hear the new Lidl is too. The Morrison's is great too.

Decently safe and decent shops. Awfully full of garbage and rowdy students however, mostly on Bristol Road and above. Deeper in Selly Oak is quieter. Still has a trash problem though.

10/10 student area. Everything you need is in walking distance. Bit smelly with bins often overflowing but it’s amazing.

Nice area, near train station and shops

just a student area