New Landlord Rules Could Mandate Heat Pumps or Solar Panels in England Thursday, February 5, 2026 landlords heatpumps solarpanels epc energyefficiency netzero policy property regulations greenenergy Under proposed new regulations by the Labour government, landlords in England may be required to install either heat pumps or solar panels to improve their properties' energy performance. This move is part of Ed Miliband’s … Read More
The Midlands Property Hotspot Where Buyers Risk Losing Years Off Their Lives Monday, January 26, 2026 sandwell westmidlands lifeexpectancy property houseprices greetsgreen blackcountry commuting health westbromwich People relocate for many reasons, including upsizing, downsizing, or being closer to work and family. Yet, two recent studies reveal a startling paradox: a West Midlands town with the region’s lowest life expectancy has … Read More
Willenhall Pub Approved for Conversion into 10-Bedroom HMO Sunday, January 18, 2026 willenhall falconinn hmo planning housing redevelopment community approval conversion property Planning permission has been granted to convert the former Falcon Inn pub on Gomer Street West, Willenhall, into a 10-bedroom House of Multiple Occupation (HMO). The decision was finalized at the planning committee meeting on … Read More
£75,000 Birmingham Plot Offered at Auction Next Month Sunday, January 18, 2026 birmingham handworth auction land development bondwolfe property realestate investment planning A triangular 0.12-acre plot of land in Birmingham’s Handsworth area is set to be auctioned next month by Bond Wolfe on behalf of Birmingham City Council. Located behind 92-97 Handsworth New Road, the site carries a guide … Read More
Digbeth: Birmingham’s Trendiest Suburb Named One of the Best Places to Live in 2026 Thursday, January 15, 2026 digbeth birmingham property regeneration culture art realestate housing development community Digbeth, once Birmingham’s industrial heartland, has been recognised as one of the best places to live in the city for 2026. Known for its transformation from a hub of industry to a creative and cultural hotspot, Digbeth now … Read More
Midlands Towns Shine on UK’s Best Places to Live List Wednesday, January 14, 2026 midlands leamingtonspa lichfield bestplaces living community happiness uk property rankings Several towns in the Midlands have been recognized among the best places to live in the UK, according to a recent survey that gathered the opinions of residents themselves. The rankings reflect how locals feel about their … Read More