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Welcome to Sandwell

It might not be the largest area of the West Midlands – with a population of around 330,000 – but Sandwell manages to pack a whole lot of great sights and experiences within its 30-plus square miles. You’ll certainly be glad that many people haven’t yet discovered its delights when you’re enjoying the stunning Sandwell Valley Country park, the astounding views of Clent Hills or the delights of Warley Woods, to give just a few examples.

This borough is a perfect place to escape the troubles of the modern world by getting back to nature, without huge crowds to distract you from the beautiful sights all around you. It’s also a place of great architectural beauty, with the likes of Oak House and West Manor Bromwich House showcasing its history. This rich heritage doesn’t just give Sandwell its distinctive looks but also the sense of identity and history which is further explored in the delightful Wednesbury Museum and Art Gallery.

This is a testament to the creativity and the fortitude that you see today through the many bars, restaurants, shops and other local businesses that help create a community and provide opportunities. Speaking of opportunity, one area that Sandwell excels in is primary and secondary education. There are close to 100 primary schools in the area, alongside special schools. This means if you have a family, especially with children of different ages, all of their educational needs can be met here.

Perhaps that is the best way to understand Sandwell, as a borough made up of several distinctive towns, each with their own perks and identities. This gives plenty of scope for you to find the ideal location for you. It could be Oldbury, thanks to its closeness to the M5 and convenient commuter links. It could be Tipton, for its railways and fascinating cultural and historical sites. Those are just a couple of examples, but it’s important to understand that Sandwell is not a monolith. It’s a great whole made up of many fascinating parts, each of which represents a wonderful place to live in its own right.

It’s also a financially practical place to live. Sandwell remains very competitively priced in term of property prices. This makes it possible to own your ideal home, whether you’re a single professional, couple or young family. You can rest assured that all your needs can be met in terms of education, entertainment, transport, culture and even in terms of natural space for you to enjoy and explore.

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Explore Shared Ownership homes for sale in Sandwell

For budding buyers who believe that purchasing a home is out of reach, Shared Ownership houses and Shared Ownership apartments in Sandwell could help them take those vital first steps onto the property ladder. The Shared Ownership scheme is available on a variety of property types across the country, including cosy studios, stylish apartments and traditional family homes.

If you’re a first time buyer, growing family or someone looking to downsize in the West Midlands, then a Shared Ownership home in Sandwell could be the ideal solution.

Ready to get started? Step onto the housing ladder by exploring our listing of Shared Ownership properties in Sandwell, including Shared Ownership new-build and Shared Ownership resale homes.

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Shared Ownership is a government scheme that allows buyers to purchase a share in a property, usually between 10% and 75%, while paying a reduced market rent to a housing association on the remainder. The scheme gives first time buyers and those that do not currently own a home the opportunity to purchase a share in a new-build or resales property.

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“A year after I moved in, I staircased to 75% and then purchased the final share, and now I own my home 100% outright. I really do recommend Shared Ownership as a fantastic way to get into the housing market.”

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“The landlord at our old place kept threatening to sell up and leave us in the lurch, which produced a lot of anxiety. Now we’ve got a stake in something, we aren’t at the mercy of someone else.”

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“If you are considering Shared Ownership, I would 100% recommend using Share to Buy to learn more about the scheme and assess your options. It’s given me a freedom and flexibility I wouldn’t have had if I bought on the open market.”

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“We were able to use the extra £13,000 from our Shared Ownership sale to purchase a three bedroom house on the open market. We now own outright; a lovely property with a garage and a garden that backs onto a massive field. We definitely couldn’t have done it without Shared Ownership.”

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“We were delighted when our application was successful, we moved in a few months later and settled in really quickly. It definitely feels different now we are homeowners.”

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“After six months my search had been less than fruitful and I’d almost given up hope of ever owning in central London. A friend then told me about Shared Ownership and a quick online search into the scheme led me to Share to Buy.”

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Birmingham · Shared Ownership New Build

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Birmingham · Shared Ownership New Build

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