Solihull’s rental market doesn’t sit still. Demand from families, corporate relocators and healthcare professionals keeps pushing ahead of supply, and that gap is good news if you’re a landlord or buy-to-let investor looking for your next move.
Average rents across Solihull now sit between £1,300 and £1,450 per calendar month, with family homes in the most sought-after postcodes reaching well above £2,000. Knowing where to focus – and why – can make a real difference to your returns.
Here’s a neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood breakdown of where yields and demand are strongest in 2026.
Why Solihull remains a landlord’s market
The supply of rental homes in Solihull has stayed consistently tight. New-build completions haven’t kept pace with demand, and the borough’s reputation for outstanding schools, green space and connectivity keeps drawing tenants in.
The result is low void periods, reliable tenants and steady rental growth across most postcodes. Whether you own one rental property or manage a portfolio, Solihull continues to reward well-chosen investments.
B90 – Shirley and Dickens Heath
Solid yields and strong tenant demand
B90 covers Shirley and the popular village of Dickens Heath, and it’s one of the more accessible entry points into the Solihull market. Gross yields here sit at around 3.4%, which is competitive for the area. Property values are lower than in B91 or B93, meaning your upfront investment is more manageable while still attracting quality tenants.
Dickens Heath in particular draws young professionals and small families who want a village feel with easy access to the M42 and Birmingham city centre. Shirley’s retail offer, local schools and frequent bus connections into Solihull’s town centre add to its appeal.
The planned Sprint bus corridor improvements along the A34 and A41 corridors are expected to cut commute times further, which will only strengthen tenant demand in this part of the borough.
B91 – Solihull town centre, Olton and Elmdon
Premium rents and reliable tenants
B91 is where Solihull’s rental market really performs at the top end. Family homes here regularly command between £2,000 and £3,000 per calendar month, driven by proximity to Tudor Grange Academy, Solihull School and the town centre’s strong retail and dining offer.
Tenants in B91 tend to be corporate relocators, senior professionals and families specifically targeting the catchment areas of these schools. These are typically long-term tenants who treat the home with care – exactly what most landlords want.
Olton, on the eastern edge of B91, also attracts hospital staff from Heartlands and Solihull hospitals, adding another layer of consistent demand.
The ongoing Arden Cross development and the proposed HS2 Interchange at Interchange Way are less than four miles from the town centre. As those projects progress, B91’s connectivity story gets stronger, and so does its tenant appeal.
What landlords should know about B91
Entry prices are higher here, so gross yields are typically lower than B90 or B92. But capital growth in B91 has been robust, and void periods are among the shortest in the borough.
For landlords focused on long-term asset value alongside rental income, B91 remains one of the most dependable postcodes in the West Midlands.
B92 – Olton, Elmdon Heath and Marston Green
The investor’s entry point
B92 offers something different – a lower average purchase price compared to B91, while still benefiting from strong local demand.
Yields in B92 are slightly ahead of B91 on a percentage basis, making it attractive for investors who want to maximise monthly income rather than prioritise capital growth alone. Marston Green is particularly well placed, sitting right next to Birmingham Airport and the NEC, which generates consistent demand from airport and hospitality workers as well as event-driven short-stay lets.
Elmdon Heath’s and Olton’s B92 streets attract families and professionals who want good schools and green space without the premium of a B91 address.
The M42 Junction 6 upgrade is set to improve access across this part of the borough significantly, which should support both capital values and tenant demand over the next few years.
B93 – Knowle, Dorridge and Bentley Heath
High-value homes and discerning tenants
B93 is Solihull’s premium rural fringe. Knowle, Dorridge and Bentley Heath attract tenants who want space, character and excellent schools – particularly families targeting Arden Academy, one of the highest-performing secondary schools in the region.
Rents for larger detached homes frequently exceed £2,500 per calendar month, and in some cases reach £3,000 or more. Tenant profiles here lean towards senior executives, corporate relocators and established families, many of whom stay for multiple years.
Gross yields in B93 are more modest in percentage terms, but void rates are very low and rent arrears are rare. For landlords with a longer investment horizon, B93 offers stability and capital preservation that’s hard to match.
Dorridge’s direct rail link into Birmingham Moor Street in under 25 minutes is a genuine draw for commuters, and that connectivity will only improve as the Arden Cross masterplan develops.
Comparing the four postcodes
B90 – best for accessible entry prices and solid yields around 3.4%, with growing tenant demand tied to transport improvements.
B91 is best for premium family lets, school catchment demand and strong long-term capital growth.
B92 is best for investors prioritising yield over capital growth, with good airport and NEC-linked demand.
B93 is best for high-value, long-term tenancies with low void risk and capital stability.
What’s coming next for Solihull landlords
The Arden Cross development, HS2 Interchange, Sprint bus upgrades and the M42 Junction 6 improvement all point in the same direction – more jobs, better connectivity and growing tenant demand across the borough. Landlords who act now, before these projects fully mature, are well placed to benefit from rising rents and strengthening capital values.
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