Remembering Birmingham's 1970s ‘Beach’ at Edgbaston Reservoir Saturday, July 18, 2026 birmingham edgbaston reservoir history 1970s water leisure nature recreation urban Though Birmingham is landlocked, locals have long found creative ways to savor the water during warm summer days. In the 1970s, before affordable travel to coastal areas was common, residents embraced what was nearby — … Read More
Midland City Sees House Prices Soar by £85,000 Monday, June 29, 2026 houseprices midlands property realestate manchester pricegrowth housingmarket investment uk urban House prices in a prominent Midland city have surged by an impressive £85,000, marking one of the most significant rises in the UK. This steep increase matches the growth seen in Manchester, highlighting a trend of rapidly …
Study Finds England’s Six Poorest Areas All Located in Birmingham Saturday, May 23, 2026 poverty birmingham income disposableincome economy urban disparities incomeinequality england study A recent study investigating average disposable income across England has identified the six poorest areas, all of which are located in Birmingham. This finding highlights significant economic challenges within certain parts …
Birmingham Crime Rates: West Midlands Ranked and Safer Than You Think Sunday, May 17, 2026 crime birmingham westmidlands safety statistics england community lawenforcement urban security Recent official crime statistics have highlighted the safety levels across England’s towns and cities, with a surprising revelation about the West Midlands. Contrary to popular belief, this region—including Birmingham—ranks … Read More
Everything You Need to Know About the Birmingham Sports Quarter Project, Including the New Train Station Saturday, May 16, 2026 birmingham sports quarter trainstation development transport urban regeneration infrastructure community sport The Birmingham Sports Quarter project is set to be a game-changer for the city, blending sports, transportation, and urban development into one ambitious plan. Central to this initiative is the construction of a new train … Read More
Birmingham City Council Faces Backlash Over Druids Heath Regeneration Delay Saturday, April 18, 2026 birmingham regeneration druidsheath development delay council community housing planning urban Birmingham City Council has revealed that it will require additional time before resubmitting the planning application for the much-anticipated Druids Heath regeneration project. The delay has prompted concern and anger among … Read More