Neighbourhood and local area reviews for renting in United Kingdom

Selly Oak is the student area for students of the University of Birmingham so is not a quiet area

Relatively good Neighbourhood and close to nearby shopping and transport. Very close to central london as well.

The area was residential, though there were a few other student properties around. Not great transport links as the only one back to the property was the 5 - its reputation is deserved. There was a corner shop less than 5 minutes away but the nearest actual supermarket was a Co-Op around 15 minutes walk away.

Either side, the neighbours were pleasant. Though nothing to do in area other than walk to the farm. If want to constantly be surrounded by student hustle and bustle, this is not the area for you.

Great neighbourhood just off harborne high street. Coop at the top of the road is incredibly useful. Very friendly neighbours. Only drawback is that it is right opposite a school so parking in the morning (8.30-9) and at hometime (about 2.20-3.30, the school has staggered end times) is very difficult. Often we would have to park 5-10 minutes away, difficult if you have bags of shopping!

Average. Alright transport links. Quite a good corner shop opposite- all items are priced quite reasonably and it is open for long hours.

At first glance the local area is great. It has close links to the city centre with loads of regular buses into town. Even an Uber is relatively cheap. It was also close to Harborne and Bearwood high streets. However, there are also quite a few unsavory elements - drug addicts and prostitution is common.

At first glance the local area is great. It has close links to the city centre with loads of regular buses into town. Even an Uber is relatively cheap. It was also close to Harborne and Bearwood high streets. However, there are also quite a few unsavory elements - drug addicts and prostitution is common.

Close to Selly Oak main street and Uni of Birmingham. Also close to Selly Oaktrain station

The flat is very central and really convenient for the university and for shopping. The transport links are excellent. It can get a bit noisy on Wednesday and Friday nights but not enough for major disturbances.

It’s a quiet and safe area. Friendly neighbours and lots of professionals in the area.