The Forum

The Forum

Birmingham • West Midlands • B5 4RW
Operational
Verified August 2026

About

The Forum is a 331-apartment build-to-rent scheme in Birmingham's Southside district (B5), developed by Linkcity and built by Bouygues UK, completed in 2018. Residents have access to a concierge service, gym, rooftop terrace and garden, along with underground parking and cycle storage.

Key Statistics

Total Units
331
Completion Date
1 December 2018
Broadband
Gigabit available
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations
EPC Rating
Predominantly B(334 certificates)
Source: EPC register (MHCLG)
Local authority average (Birmingham)
All property types
£1,088/month
1-bed £821·2-bed £993·3-bed £1,121·4+ bed £1,563
Flats (all sizes)
£910/month
Area-wide market context, not this scheme's rents — Source: ONS Price Index of Private Rents, May 2026 (OGL v3)

Amenities

Gym
Concierge
Roof Terrace
Bike Storage
Pet Facilities
Guest Suites
Resident Lounge
Parking

Concierge, Underground parking, Gym / fitness centre, Rooftop terrace, Rooftop garden, Residents' lounge, Cycle storage, On-site maintenance team, Guest suite, Landscaped terrace, Pet friendly

Operator

Touchstone

Asset Owner

Patrizia

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