Midlands Gems: Best Places to Live in UK

0:00On March 20th, the Sunday Times has just released its best places to live guy for 2026, spotlighting 72 top spots across the UK. Norwich and Norfolk grab the national top honor, but the Midlands shown with seven standout locations making the cut. Judges visited each one, weighing everything from solid schools and transport links to fast broadband, cultural vibes, green spaces, and lively high. Streets. This year's list packs in more fresh picks than usual, favoring tight-knit communities over flashy names and sky-high prices. These places draw people in with their real sense of pride and everyday appeal. From scenic walks and parks to local events that keep folks connected, residents make city access with escapes like canals, hills, and outdoor pools, all while building strong neighborhood bonds. Standouts include the Malverns in Worcestershire, Ford's cultural buzz and views, Bornville in Birmingham as a peaceful garden village, Hathersage in Derbyshire Blending Peaks,

1:01Hikes with Sheffield convenience, Market Harboro, and Leicestershire for affordable family perks, Shrewsbury and Shropshire. With quirky shops and markets, straffered upon Avon and Warwickshire for green spaces and sports clubs, and the veil of Belvoir straddling. Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire for classic rural living near bigger towns. From bustling markets to muddy booted countryside. These Midlands Gems prove you can find thriving spots without breaking the bank or losing that. Community Heartbeat.