The top 5 most expensive places to live in the West Midlands

If you’re interested in buying a home in the West Midlands, doing plenty of research is a good idea as prices vary widely.

The average property price in this region is £288,105, but you can buy a home for just over £110,00 – or for nearly £900,000 in more desirable places.

Where are the most expensive areas to buy in the West Midlands?

Rightmove has crunched its data to reveal the most expensive places to live in the West Midlands, based on data from May 2023.

Little Aston

Little Aston, a village in Staffordshire, has topped the list with an average asking price of £896,341.

This is likely due to its proximity to Little Aston Park, referred to as ‘millionaire’s row.’ It also only takes an hour to travel to Birmingham and 90 minutes to get to Coventry by public transport.

Dorridge

Dorridge, a village in Solihull, is the next most expensive area with an average asking price of £803,482.

A major draw of this village is its shops, restaurants, and beautiful rural walks. The nearest city to Dorridge is Birmingham, which is only 15 minutes away by train.

Barnt Green

Barnt Green, a village in Worcestershire, is the third priciest area to live in the West Midlands with an average asking price of £793,032.

The village has many independent shops and is located near Lickey Hills Country Park, making it ideal for families. It’s also only a half hour away from Birmingham by train.

Knowle

Knowle is next on the list of the most expensive places with an average asking price of £644,071.

The village, located in Solihull, has many independent shops, eateries, and attractions, plus you can explore the Knowle Locks.

It’s also convenient for commuters as Birmingham is around 40 minutes away by public transport.

Broadway

In the fifth spot is Broadway, often dubbed the ‘jewel of the Cotswolds.’ The village has an average asking price of £617,418.

This area has several independent restaurants, shops, galleries, and access to beautiful countryside and unique attractions.

Buying a house is one of the most significant decisions you’ll make in your life.

While the price you’ll pay is a huge factor in any decision, it’s wise to do your research and think about what you want for your property – both now and in the future.

It’s worth talking to a mortgage broker about your current circumstances so that they can find the best mortgage for you.

See also:

The cheapest places to live in the West Midlands

The most expensive places to live in the East Midlands

The most expensive places to live in London

The most expensive places to live in Yorkshire

The most expensive places to live in the South East

The most expensive places to live in the South West