Why move to Wolverhampton?
Made a city in the Millennium, there are now about a quarter of a million Wulfrunians, as residents are called. Traditionally famed for engineering, lock making, and various other industries, Wolverhampton saw rapid expansion in the 19th century. More recently, there has been a significant amount of investment, particularly with the Jaguar Landrover I54 development and the redevelopment of the market area. There is a real buzz about the place which combines the facilities of a city with a 'town' feel.
Transport and travel
The city is centrally located both in terms of the country and the Motorway network, being in the middle of the M54, M6 and M5. There is a state-of-the-art Metro tramlink into Birmingham city centre, a mainline railway station, and excellent bus services. Birmingham, Dudley, West Bromwich, Walsall, Stafford, Telford, and Cannock are all within easy reach.
Parks and recreation
The restored, Victorian West Park is the show-piece of the city's parks, with its boating lake, Victorian hothouse, and tea rooms. There are several other parks in the city, including Bantock Park which also boasts a popular cafe. The Grand Theatre has been welcoming patrons since the late nineteenth century, and there is an Art Gallery with an extensive collection of paintings. Wightwick Manor, an important Arts & Crafts house run by the National Trust..
Schools and University
There are many popular schools in the city, both at primary and secondary level and the well-known Wolverhampton Royal School is now a free school. The University is a popular destination from students from diverse backgrounds and, as a result, many investors are drawn to letting property nearby. Most of the campus is right in the city centre and this is a draw for students.
Restaurants and shopping
There are two principal shopping centres in the city, namely the Wulfrun and Mander Centres, offering a wide variety of shops. There are several places to eat and the cultural diversity of Wolverhampton is reflected in the variety of cuisines on offer, from budget take-aways up to fine dining.
Surrounding area
Despite being the second largest conurbation in the West Midlands, Wolverhampton adjoins delightful countryside in South Staffordshire and Shropshire and there are many pleasant days out to be enjoyed within a short drive of the city. Additionally, the M54 can take you swiftly to the Welsh Marches with the coast of Mid Wales being within a two hour drive.
