Birmingham Approves Demolition of Harborne Police Station Amid Affordable Housing Concerns Tuesday, February 24, 2026 birmingham harborne police development housing affordable planning demolition brownfield council Plans to demolish the former Harborne Police Station in Birmingham and replace it with new residential homes have been approved, sparking mixed reactions from local councillors. The site, located on Rose Road, will be … Read More
Wolverhampton HMO Rejection Over Crime Concerns Faces Upcoming Appeal Monday, February 23, 2026 wolverhampton hmo planning appeal crime community housing development safety council A proposal to transform a property on Woden Road, Wolverhampton, into a six-bedroom house of multiple occupation (HMO) was recently rejected by the City of Wolverhampton Council amid worries about heightened crime and … Read More
Couple Earning £29k a Year Seek Council Flat Amid Housing Struggles Sunday, February 22, 2026 housing council flats socialhousing couple rent benefits reddit waitinglist privatehousing A young couple with a combined annual income of £29,000 is exploring the possibility of moving into a council flat after being asked to leave their family homes. Currently living with relatives, they are facing pressure to … Read More
Aldridge Residents Rally Against Green Belt Housing Plans Amid Concerns Over Environment and Infrastructure Sunday, February 22, 2026 aldridge greenbelt housing development environment infrastructure planning community opposition walsall Residents of Aldridge are voicing strong opposition to planned developments proposing thousands of new homes on the town’s green belt. Their concerns extend beyond the environmental impact to worries about overcrowded roads, … Read More
Nearly 100 Homes Approved in Midland Village Despite Transport and Flooding Concerns Sunday, February 22, 2026 wombourne housing development transport flooding planning council bus affordable environment South Staffordshire Council has approved plans for 92 new homes on Pool House Road in Wombourne, near Wolverhampton, despite significant concerns from local residents about transport accessibility and flood risks. The … Read More
Cheapest Places to Buy a House in Birmingham: Prices Drop Even Further Sunday, February 22, 2026 birmingham housing prices lozells winsongreen aston realestate property market affordable House prices in some of Birmingham’s most affordable neighborhoods have dropped even lower, presenting potential bargains for homebuyers willing to explore these areas. Among the cheapest districts are Lozells and Winson … Read More