Sparrey Drive, Birmingham, B30

EXCEPTIONAL FREEHOLD INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY: 3.5 ACRE PRIME WOODLAND SITE IN BOURNVILLE/STIRCHLEY, BIRMINGHAM
A Visionary Plot in the UK's 'Best Place to Live'
A genuinely rare opportunity to acquire a substantial 3.5-acre plot of privately owned woodland, nestled between the highly sought-after areas of Stirchley and Bournville—recently named one of The Times' Best Places to Live in the UK (2024).

This unique site, which once formed part of the historic Cadbury family estate, offers enormous potential for a sensitive, design-led, and profitable eco-development.

Key Highlights for the Savvy Investor/Developer:
Prime Location: Bordering the prestigious Bournville and vibrant Stirchley, with exceptional connectivity: Bournville Train Station (0.1 miles) and proximity to Birmingham University (2.3 miles).

De-risked Investment: Significant preliminary groundwork has been completed, including:

Two detailed tree surveys.

In-depth ecology reports and biodiversity analysis.

Consultations with Birmingham City Council and leading green architects, including John Christophers (UK’s first retrofit to Code 6 zero carbon standard).

Substantial Development Potential: Extensive conceptual planning, under the 'Bournville Eco Village' vision, suggests scope for:

Up to 21 self-build plots or 5–10 luxury, Passivhaus-standard eco-dwellings.

A mixed-use scheme including social housing and a Community Education Hub (SEECH).

Innovative structures like stilted eco-houses and tree pods, blended with public realm space (canopy walk, new foot/cycle paths).

Environmental Uplift: Surveys confirm the ability to increase biodiversity by selectively clearing low-grade Sycamore trees and replanting native species, providing a strong basis for eco-led planning consent.

Full Planning Freedom: Sold without current planning permission, the site offers the purchaser the flexibility to execute their own architectural vision.

Overage: A modest, industry-standard overage will apply only upon the successful attainment of planning permission, reflecting the vendors’ substantial preparatory investment.

The Opportunity:
This is a strategic release, not a distressed sale. The new owner is invited to step into a project with community goodwill, a rich heritage, and an inspiring foundation. This is a chance to create a landmark, carbon-neutral community and an 'urban oasis' in the very heart of the UK.

Auctioneer Comments
This property is for sale by Modern Method of Auction allowing the buyer and seller to complete within a 56 Day Reservation period. Interested parties’ personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold Ltd).
If considering a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding. A Buyer Information Pack is provided, which you must view before bidding. The buyer is responsible for the Pack fee. For the most recent information on the Buyer Information Pack fee, please contact the iamsold team.
The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a Non-Refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price inc VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600 inc. VAT. This Fee is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. The Fee is considered within calculations for stamp duty.
Services may be recommended by the Agent/Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £960 inc. VAT. These services are optional.