The site comprises a vacant and overgrown 4.4-acre parcel of greenfield land, which formed part of the grounds of the Aylesbury House Hotel, before it was destroyed by fire in 2016.
The site is bordered by mature trees, hedgerows, and the exclusive Aylesbury Park development on the site of the former hotel.
There is a public right of way which bisects the site from west to east connecting Hockley Heath and the Aylesbury Park development.
The site is classified as 'Green Belt' land.
Location
The site is located in Hockley Heath, an affluent and desirable village in the borough of Solihull, within the West Midlands.
Hockley Heath provides exceptional connectivity, via the A34, M42, and M40, to key regional conurbations including Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry, Warwick, and Stratford-upon-Avon.
The A34 Stratford Road runs directly through Hockley Heath linking Birmingham City Centre and Stratford-upon-Avon. J4 of the M42 and J16 of the M40 are approx. 2 miles equidistant from the site and provide easy access to the wider West Midlands region and national motorway network.
Solihull town centre is approx. 5 miles to the north which offers a diverse retail and leisure experience via a mix of high street retailers and independent boutiques. The town's shopping centres, notably Touchwood Shopping Centre and Mell Square Shopping Centre, are known for their modern and exclusive designs, catering for all tastes and preferences. Solihull also offers a wide variety of coffee shops, bars, restaurants, art galleries, and leisure destinations, all easily accessible by car, bus, or train.
The site itself fronts the B4101 Aylesbury Road and is situated within a predominantly residential area. It is adjacent to the site of the former Aylesbury House Hotel, which was redeveloped into the exclusive Aylesbury Park development by Cameron Homes in 2019.
Hockley Heath is well serviced for a village of its size and provides convenience stores, pubs, restaurants, shops, a dentist, recreational ground, and various local sports clubs.
Tudor Grange Primary Academy is an approx. 10 minute walk from the site and Solihull School, Tudor Grange Academy, St Peter's Catholic School, Arden Academy, and Alderbrook School are all within a 15 minute drive, which makes the area ideal for young working families.
Hockley Heath is a highly desirable residential area due to its exceptional connectivity, close proximity to major regional towns and cities, and high number of 'Outstanding' schools. Average house price growth within the local area is consistently above that of the wider West Midlands and UK, emphasising its growing appeal, sustained growth, and resilient rental sector, driven by strong family and commuter demand.
Executive Summary
Prime Freehold Residential Development Opportunity located on the outskirts of Hockley Heath in the borough of Solihull.