From schools and local amenities to crime rates and even air quality, there are so many variables to weigh up when deciding where to move.
It’s the case in every city across the UK that some neighbourhoods are more attractive than others - and the West Midlands is no different.
We’ve had a look at the average house prices in the some of the region’s more affluent areas and how much it will cost to live there.
Take a look at the list below and see how much you’ll need to reside there:
1. Barnt Green
Nestled in Worcestershire, Barnt Green is a favourite among the rich and famous. Barnt Green have an overall average of £799,107 over the last year, according to Rightmove | The Clock House (Formerly Twatling Farm)
2. Dorridge
Part of the affluent Solihull suburban sprawl, Dorridge - along with its neighbour Knowle - is one of the priciest areas in the region. Average house prices in the area hover around £699,000. | Google
3. Shenstone
Shenstone is a village and civil parish in The Lichfield District, with an overall average of £584,176 over the last year | Google Streetview
4. Barston, Solihull
House prices in Barston have an overall average of £421,250 over the last year. | google