Location

Longbridge, situated nine miles from Birmingham City Centre, is an area steeped in industrial history, known for its tin manufacturers White and Pike Ltd, and the famous ‘Longbridge Plant,’ a former research and development site for MG Motor.

Longbridge Property Market

Sold property prices in Longbridge over the last year have seen a 7% decrease from the previous year, yet they remain up 16% from the 2017 peak. The majority of sales in Longbridge during the last year were semi-detached properties, selling for an average price of £195,571. Terraced properties averaged £166,565, while flats fetched £146,286. According to the latest Zoopla report, property values have increased by 5.87% in the last 12 months. For more information, please contact our estate agents in Longbridge.

Longbridge is a Great Investment

Longbridge has undergone significant redevelopment in recent years. Since the closure of the MG Rover factory, £1 billion has been invested in rejuvenating the town centre, creating new jobs and improving housing, which has boosted the local economy. The area now boasts a retail park, hotel, college, new roadworks, and commercial spaces, with more regeneration projects on the horizon.

Schools in This Area

• Cofton Primary School: A coeducational school for ages 4-11, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.
• Albert Bradbeer Primary: A coeducational school for ages 3-11, also rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.

Transportation

Longbridge train station, opened in 1978, is on the Cross-City Line and operated by West Midlands Railway. The station has two platforms, with the northern route leading to Birmingham and passing through stations such as Northfield, Kings Norton, and Selly Oak, while the southern route leads to Barnt Green and Bromsgrove. A £1.7 million refurbishment began in November 2018, enhancing the concourse area with new flooring, automatic doors, a ventilation system, accessible toilet, ticket counter, and a revamped station frontage. Bus routes through Longbridge include the 45, 63, and 98.

What to Do in Longbridge

Longbridge features a new retail park with a variety of shops, pubs, and restaurants. Outside the retail park, dining options include Paprikas, Chiquito, and Royal Fish Bar. The area is also great for families, offering indoor and soft play areas, museums, art galleries, parks, and playgrounds.

Local Property Professionals

Our estate agents in Longbridge know how to make your property shine, both online and offline. With maximum exposure, we ensure your home gets more views, more offers, and ultimately the best possible price. From houses for sale to warehouse apartments, penthouses, and flats, we’ve got a wide range of properties to offer.

Call us on 0333 5333 786, download our property app, or book a free online property valuation today and let’s make your property the star of the show!