Muddy Stilettos says: "It’s official – B9 is the coolest neighbourhood in Britain, and it’s not just us saying it. Once Birmingham’s industrial heartland, Digbeth has everything an urban creative could desire. Brutalist industrial buildings, winding canals, with culture and nightlife at your fingertips – if you’re looking to be in the centre of it all then let me introduce you to Digbeth, the beating heart and creative quarter of Birmingham. Almost every type of indoor entertainment you can think of is available in the converted historic warehouses that surround the former Birds Custard factory nestled smack bang in the middle of the area."placeholder image
Muddy Stilettos says: "It’s official – B9 is the coolest neighbourhood in Britain, and it’s not just us saying it. Once Birmingham’s industrial heartland, Digbeth has everything an urban creative could desire. Brutalist industrial buildings, winding canals, with culture and nightlife at your fingertips – if you’re looking to be in the centre of it all then let me introduce you to Digbeth, the beating heart and creative quarter of Birmingham. Almost every type of indoor entertainment you can think of is available in the converted historic warehouses that surround the former Birds Custard factory nestled smack bang in the middle of the area." | PA

The 8 best places to live in the West Midlands in 2027 according to Muddy Stilettos

Emma Walker
By Emma Walker

Editor

Published 28th Oct 2026, 08:53 GMT

The latest Muddy Stilettos Best Places to Live 2027 guide highlights eight desirable spots in the West Midlands, from charming villages to thriving city neighbourhoods.

From charming villages and leafy suburbs to thriving city neighbourhoods, the West Midlands has plenty to offer homebuyers and renters looking for their ideal place to call home.

The latest Muddy Stilettos Best Places to Live 2027 guide celebrates the region’s most desirable spots, highlighting everything from independent shops and foodie favourites to excellent schools, green spaces and community spirit.

See our gallery to discover which West Midlands locations have made the 2027 list.

Muddy Stilettos says: "Moseley mixes brilliant restaurants, indie shops and green spaces with a buzzing community spirit, all just minutes from central Birmingham."

5. Moseley

Muddy Stilettos says: "Moseley mixes brilliant restaurants, indie shops and green spaces with a buzzing community spirit, all just minutes from central Birmingham." | Flickr

Muddy Stilettos says: "With its exceptional amenities, generous green spaces, outstanding schools and seamless transport links, sophisticated Solihull is one of the UK’s most desirable postcodes. Peace with a splash of style. Despite its polished image, Solihull feels anything but pretentious. With its blend of leafy suburbs, top-rated schools, and a strong sense of community, it offers the best of both town and country living, attracting everyone from families to young professionals (hello, nippy London transport links)."

6. Solihull

Muddy Stilettos says: "With its exceptional amenities, generous green spaces, outstanding schools and seamless transport links, sophisticated Solihull is one of the UK’s most desirable postcodes. Peace with a splash of style. Despite its polished image, Solihull feels anything but pretentious. With its blend of leafy suburbs, top-rated schools, and a strong sense of community, it offers the best of both town and country living, attracting everyone from families to young professionals (hello, nippy London transport links)." | Getty Images

Muddy Stilettos says: "Sitting in the shadow of Bournville’s historic Cadbury factory, this small but mighty neighbourhood has become one of Brum’s most exciting places to live. With the winner of Michelin’s 2025 Young Chef Award, one of the UK’s Top 50 cocktail bars and a thriving craft-beer scene, it’s a haven for brilliant independents. There’s a tight-knit community of just over 10,000 people too, with everything from cinema nights to fitness classes taking place in the former Edwardian baths."

7. Stirchley, Birmingham

Muddy Stilettos says: "Sitting in the shadow of Bournville’s historic Cadbury factory, this small but mighty neighbourhood has become one of Brum’s most exciting places to live. With the winner of Michelin’s 2025 Young Chef Award, one of the UK’s Top 50 cocktail bars and a thriving craft-beer scene, it’s a haven for brilliant independents. There’s a tight-knit community of just over 10,000 people too, with everything from cinema nights to fitness classes taking place in the former Edwardian baths." | LTV

Muddy Stilettos says: "If you’re hankering for luscious green surrounds, but don’t want to give up cosmopolitan living, this town should be on your radar. The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield sits among some of Birmingham’s poshest pockets and also happens to be one of the leafiest places to live in the UK."

8. Sutton Coldfield

Muddy Stilettos says: "If you’re hankering for luscious green surrounds, but don’t want to give up cosmopolitan living, this town should be on your radar. The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield sits among some of Birmingham’s poshest pockets and also happens to be one of the leafiest places to live in the UK." | West Midlands Railway / SWNS

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