Solihull planners approve a children's care home on Hurst Lane North for up to three children, overcoming resident concerns about noise and traffic. The decision highlights the borough's need for such facilities.
Gustav Klimt's 'Portrait of Elisabeth Lederer' fetches £179 million, becoming the second most expensive artwork ever sold at auction. Discover the top 13 record-breaking sales.
UK house prices increased by 2.6% to an average of £272,000 in the year to September 2025. Experts say the market is resilient, defying predictions of a crash. Read the full analysis.
Solihull Council approves a controversial three-bedroom bungalow in Knowle's conservation area, dismissing villagers' concerns about parking and access to local allotments.
Solihull Council rejects controversial Shirley home extension after planners cite 'conflicting information' over measurements and loss of light concerns. Read the full story.
A controversial five-bedroom luxury home in Solihull's Dorridge area gets planning approval. The planning chief expressed disappointment but found no grounds for refusal.
Furious London homeowners demand council action as neighbour's Japanese knotweed infestation threatens property values. Residents claim £3.7M homes becoming 'unsellable' due to invasive plant.
Solihull Council approves controversial advertising signs on Meriden roundabout despite villagers' objections about driver distraction and visual impact. Decision follows 15-year precedent.
A gang of four thieves has been sentenced for a series of car key burglaries across Solihull, Redditch, and Bromsgrove. Discover how police brought them to justice.
A Solihull binman is hailed a local hero after a viral TikTok video captures him meticulously cleaning the streets. Residents demand recognition and a raise for his exceptional work ethic.
House prices in the West Midlands have fallen by as much as £109,000 in a year. Discover the top 10 areas affected and the latest ONS data. Read the full report now.
A unique charity auction lets you bid to have your name immortalised in Jeffrey Archer's final standalone novel. All proceeds support the new Cambridge Children's Hospital. Bid now!
A unique £2.25m golfer's paradise in Smarden, Kent, named one of England's top homes, is seeking a new owner. Explore this property with its own academy and practice facilities.
A period property in Reading, left barely standing after fire and storm damage, has sold for an eye-watering £600,000. Discover the potential of this prime plot.
Homebuyers must exchange contracts by November 21st to guarantee moving before Christmas. Expert reveals seasonal delays and solutions for festive property completion.
A three-bedroom house in Bilston with a striking gothic interior, featuring a coffin-shaped TV stand and black leather furniture, is on the market for £300,000.
Two men appear in court charged with kidnapping an 80-year-old woman with dementia and fraud in a bogus workmen scam in Solihull. Police urge vigilance.
A pre-Second World War house in Birmingham's Saltley area is set for auction with a shocking £1 guide price, requiring complete renovation. Discover this unique investment opportunity.
Rightmove is facing a £1 billion legal claim for allegedly charging unfair fees to UK estate agents. The case could impact the entire property market.
Controversial plans for a new three-bedroom bungalow in Knowle's conservation area are recommended for approval despite resident objections. Decision due November 12.
A 30-year-old man is in custody after a primary school in Shirley was placed on lockdown and a staff member was assaulted at a Solihull bar. Get the latest updates.
Birmingham City Council is auctioning the 1.6-acre site of the former Oscott Manor School with a £750,000+ guide price. Discover the development potential of this cleared Kingstanding land.
A historic Manchester complex has been given a new lease of life as a £30m student accommodation project. The 321-bed development sensitively blends 125-year-old buildings with modern facilities. Discover how the past meets the present.
Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Primary School in Shirley imposed a 45-minute lockdown after reports of a man chanting about demons and children. Police search continues.
Two Stagecoach Solihull students, Arushi and Sophie, performed alongside West End legend Kerry Ellis in a dream come true. Discover how their training led to this incredible opportunity.
Eleven food businesses in the West Midlands, including in Solihull and Sandwell, received a zero-star food hygiene rating in 2025, meaning major improvements are necessary. Check the full list.
West Midlands Police have shut down a sophisticated cannabis cultivation operation in a Solihull flat, discovering hundreds of plants and bypassed electricity.
New property data uncovers Birmingham's most expensive neighbourhoods, with affluent suburbs commanding premium prices in the city's competitive housing market.
Residents of a tranquil West Midlands village are up in arms over controversial new signage at Meriden Roundabout, claiming the confusing signs are causing traffic chaos and safety concerns in their once-peaceful community.
Controversial plans for over 100 new homes in Balsall Common have been submitted, sparking debate about green belt protection and local infrastructure capacity in the West Midlands village.