Thousands at Risk of Missing State Pension When They Need It Most Monday, February 23, 2026 pension health retirement ons dwp illhealth benefits ageing economy welfare Thousands of people are at risk of missing out on their state pension when they need it most, new data reveals. Recent figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that men and women are now expected to enjoy … Read More
Midlands Towns Where Your Postcode Influences Life Expectancy Sunday, February 1, 2026 lifespan westmidlands bromsgrove sandwell wolverhampton ons postcode health longevity statistics New data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) highlights significant differences in average life expectancy across towns in the West Midlands. The analysis shows that where you live can have a major impact on how … Read More
West Midlands Rent Soars: Some Areas Top £1,000 Per Month Amid Rising Bills Saturday, November 29, 2025 rent westmidlands solihull birmingham housing inflation ons rentalprices tenants costofliving Rent prices across the West Midlands are climbing rapidly, with some areas now seeing average rents exceed £1,000 per month, according to recent data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Leading the surge is … Read More
Midlands Areas Where House Prices Have Skyrocketed by £265,000 Saturday, November 22, 2025 houseprices birmingham westmidlands ons property pricegrowth fiveways solihull blackcountry markettrends House prices in parts of the West Midlands have soared by up to £265,000 in just one year, according to recent data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). An analysis of medium house prices between March 2024 and … Read More