From Black Country to Gold Country; the Rise of Birmingham

Birmingham was the powerhouse of the industrialBirmingham.
revolution, nicknamed the 'city of a thousand trades'.New developments include the Attwood Green
Today, it is still hugely influential. Famous for excellenceregeneration project, which is about sixty-three acres
in the arts, music and sport, it is the largest of England'sin total. Park Central, an area within the development,
core cities.will showcase modern town houses and apartments.
Anyone wanting to buy property in Birmingham will beThe Skyline development in the town centre also
overwhelmed by the wealth of attractions on offer.promises twenty-first century living, centred on an inner
There is, quite literally, something for everyone.water-filled courtyard. One or two-bedroom
Birmingham is thought to be the birthplace of theapartments are available. If you are looking for
English Football League and home to the world's oldestproperty for sale in Birmingham, and you have a strong
Lawn Tennis Club; Symphony Hall is one of the finestattraction to clean space and modern lines, then new
concert venues in Europe; the NEC and NIA attractbuilds are the perfect choice.
leading rock and pop performers from all over theAlternatively, Birmingham has plenty of older housing in
world, and Birmingham Museum and Art Galleryareas like 'leafy' Edgbaston, which is perceived as one
houses one of the finest collections of pre-Raphaeliteof the cities more affluent areas. This is more the
art in the world. On top of all this, Birmingham boastscase for the central and southern zones - the north is
the 'Balti Triangle' famous for its informal and excellentnot as well heeled and the prices are more affordable.
Indian cuisine.Nearby Selly Oak is a favourite with students and
Birmingham (or Brum) is also famous for its 'Brummie'buy-to-let house hunters. However, if you like terraced
accent, something of which locals are fiercely proud.houses, pubs and takeaways then Selly Oak might be
Well known Brummies include Bill Oddie, Clare Shortjust up your street. Bournville is another possibility, and
and Ozzy Osbourne.is inextricably associated with Cadburys. However, if
In recent years, Birmingham has benefited from twoyou are a chocoholic then the temptation of Cadbury's
huge regeneration projects, Brindleyplace and theWorld, just down the road might prove too much!
Bullring. The first is a canal side development, whichWhatever your preference for property, Birmingham
mixes office buildings and restaurants; the second is ahas the home, flat or apartments of your dreams. It is
huge shopping and leisure complex. The city embracesa vibrant, energetic city that shows every sign of being
modern innovations and architecture and this is aan urban hot spot for years to come.
definite plus if you are looking for new homes in