Investor Opportunities in the West Midlands
Innovation is in the West Midlands’ DNA. Once the powerhouse of the industrial revolution, the region’s longstanding reputation for large-scale technological transformation prevails today.
Find out more about the major innovation-led investment opportunities available across the region.
The Transformative Power of the West Midlands
Brownfield and Housing
As a national and local government priority, our region has secured hundreds of millions in funding for brownfield development, with more than £500m in funds including £200m in grants available to help developers unlock former industrial sites for housing.
Our brownfield opportunities in the West Midlands
THRIVING TOWNS AND URBAN CENTRES
A cosmopolitan three-city region consisting of Birmingham, Coventry and Wolverhampton, the West Midlands’ vibrant cities have achieved substantial success in attracting international capital investment into real estate. As this global investor interest continues to grow, it is now the turn of the West Midlands’ thriving towns and boroughs to catch the eye.
Our town and urban centre opportunities in the West Midlands
DEVOLUTION AND LEVELLING UP
The West Midlands Combined Authority’s trailblazing devolution deal with the UK Government marked a significant leap forward in Britain’s Levelling Up Agenda, providing the region with a consolidated, long-term budget and enhanced levels of control in its path to economic prosperity.
Our Levelling Up opportunities in the West Midlands
Investment and Innovation
The West Midlands has a proud history of innovation. From the birth of the commercial steam engine and Range Rover Sport to the World’s leading brain cancer drug and first Ibuprofen patch, our region’s longstanding reputation for large-scale technological transformation prevails today. Divergent thinking is in our DNA, driving progress and impact that resonates far beyond our borders.
Our Investment Zone opportunities in the West Midlands
Key Developments
University of Warwick’s Innovation Campus
Located near Wellesbourne, this key location grants easy access to both London and the manufacturing capabilities of the West Midlands. It is a £250 million project that covers 192 hectares.
Read moreSmithfield
Smithfield is a joint venture between Birmingham City Council and development partner Lendlease. The project will alter the shape of the city centre and provide homes and jobs to thousands.
Read moreBirmingham Innovation Zone
This project is seeking capital partners with experience to help create this innovation-led initiative. Located by Aston University, the development will merge the ‘Knowledge Quarter’ with the city centre.
Read moreWolverhampton Green Innovation Corridor
The ambitious Green Innovation Corridor will connect the two parts of the Wolverhampton university campus and will provide opportunities to investors across multiple build phases.
Read moreCoventry and Warwick Gigapark
Capital investors are invited to become part of the Coventry and Warwick Gigapark – a de-risked investment that will see the region step up to meet the ever-increasing demand for battery tech.
Read moreArden Cross
A development led by Muse, Arden Cross is a 140-hectare site being developed right in the centre of the UK. It will consist of new homes, retail areas, offices and more.
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