Garrington Property Finders have released their ranking of the Best Places to Live for 2025 across England and Wales.
Their data analysts have identified nearly 1,450 cities, towns and villages across England and Wales that all score highly in at least one of five selection criteria – natural beauty, wellbeing, schools and jobs, heritage and value for money.
Birmingham and the West Midlands features both highs and lows in Garrington’s latest rankings.
We’ve taken a look at the best towns to live in for schools, employment and connectivity - including the national ranking.
Take a look below:
1. Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham
The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield is the third best in the country for schools and employment. Bishop Vesey's Grammar School is a highly-regarded boys' grammar school. Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls is another excellent choice | BW Photo: Submitted
2. Streetly, Sutton
Just north of the city, Streetly ranks highly too, with a national ranking of 4 for schools, employment and connectivity | google
3. Knowle and Dorridge, Solihull
Knowle and Dorridge ranks highly too, with a national ranking of 11 for schools, employment and connectivity | Flickr
4. Smethwick
Smethwick has a national ranking of 12 for schools, employment and connectivity | google