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Buying Your Dream Home in Shirley
Looking to buy a property in Shirley? You’ve made an excellent choice. Shirley offers a diverse range of properties to suit all tastes and budgets, from charming period homes to modern new builds. Our expert team at Drakes Estate Agents has an in-depth understanding of Shirley’s property market and can guide you through every step of your home-buying journey.
We’ll help you find properties that match your criteria, arrange viewings at your convenience, and provide valuable insights about the local area, including schools, amenities, and transport links. With our support, you’ll be well-equipped to make an informed decision and secure your ideal home in this desirable location.
Why Choose Shirley?
Shirley offers the perfect blend of suburban tranquillity and urban convenience. Here’s why so many families and professionals are choosing to call Shirley home:
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Strong Community Spirit:
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Excellent Schools:
Top-rated primary and secondary options for your children -
Abundant Green Spaces:
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Convenient Transport Links:
Easy access to Birmingham and beyond
Shirley’s Educational Landscape
The community is further enhanced by its excellent educational facilities.
Shirley is home to several reputable primary and secondary schools known for their academic excellence and supportive learning environments. Shirley, part of the borough of Solihull, offers diverse primary and secondary education options. Notable primary schools include:
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Tudor Grange Primary Academy, St James
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Shirley Heath Junior School
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Burman Infant School
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Mill Lodge Primary School
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Blossomfield Infant and Nursery School
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Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Primary School
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Woodlands Infant School
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Light Hall Senior School
Light Hall School is the main secondary school in Shirley. Nearby options in Solihull include Tudor Grange Academy, St Peter’s Catholic School, and Alderbrook School. Education quality in Shirley is generally high, with many schools rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. Tudor Grange Primary Academy, St James and Shirley Heath Junior School have achieved the highest Ofsted rating.
The abundance of quality schools makes Shirley attractive to families, offering a supportive environment for children’s growth and learning.
Transport Links to Shirley
One of Shirley’s major strengths is its excellent transport infrastructure, making it an ideal location for commuters and those who enjoy easy access to surrounding areas.
For rail commuters, Shirley Station provides convenient access to the local train network. Additionally, the nearby Solihull Station offers frequent services to Birmingham, Stratford-upon-Avon, and even direct connections to London.
Drivers also benefit from Shirley’s strategic location. The area has easy access to major roads such as the A34 and the M42 motorway, facilitating travel within the West Midlands region and to other parts of the country. This excellent connectivity allows residents to enjoy the peace of suburban living while maintaining quick links to urban centres and the wider UK.
