Let Collection: Meadow Drive | Letting Agents in Hampton-in-Arden

Another successful let in Hampton-in-Arden. As one tenant vacated, we already had a wonderful new tenant lined up for our landlord — no void period, no stress, no scramble. That’s what managing properties in a village you know well looks like in practice.

This particular property on Meadow Drive is a first floor apartment offered at £1,050 per month. It has communal entry and staircase, a hallway with storage, a lounge and dining area that opens onto a balcony with garden views, a fitted kitchen, an inner hall with further storage, a master double bedroom with built-in wardrobes, a second double bedroom, and a modern shower room. It’s a well-presented home in a prime village position, and it let without difficulty — because the right tenant was already waiting.

We manage a number of properties in Hampton-in-Arden, and the demand from tenants wanting to live here is consistent. If you’re a landlord with a property in the village, or thinking about investing here, read on.

A Conversation with Paul Partridge

We sat down with Paul Partridge, who leads the lettings division at Partridge Homes, to talk about why Hampton-in-Arden keeps performing for landlords.

You manage several properties in Hampton-in-Arden. What makes it different from other villages in the area?

“It’s the combination of things that’s hard to replicate. You’ve got a proper village feel — it’s quiet, it has a real sense of place — but the transport links are exceptional for somewhere that rural. Trains from Hampton-in-Arden station reach Birmingham New Street in about 14 minutes. London Euston is around an hour and 17 minutes. The M42 is close, and Birmingham Airport is practically on the doorstep. For a tenant who wants to live somewhere that doesn’t feel like a suburb but needs to get into Birmingham or travel regularly, it’s genuinely hard to beat.”

Who are the tenants typically looking to rent here?

“Professionals, mostly. People working at Birmingham Airport, the NEC, or commuting into the city. We also see people relocating to the region — often coming from London — who want space and a quieter pace of life but can’t give up the rail connection. Because we work with professional footballers and high-profile clients across the region, we also see that profile occasionally in Hampton-in-Arden and the surrounding villages. It’s an area that appeals to people with options.”

When a property comes up for rent in the village, how quickly does it go?

“Quickly. Void periods across the B92 postcode are running at around two to four weeks, and in many cases we’re matching a new tenant before the previous one has even left. That’s what happened with this apartment. The landlord didn’t lose a day’s rent. That’s the advantage of managing a portfolio here rather than just listing individual properties — we know who’s looking and what they want.”

What do landlords get wrong about Hampton-in-Arden as a rental location?

“Some landlords underestimate what their property can achieve here, particularly if they’ve been with an agent who doesn’t know the village well. The average private rent across Solihull sits at £1,269 per month (ONS, July 2026), and well-presented properties in Hampton-in-Arden can hold their own at that level and above. The other thing is presentation — tenants coming to this village have usually done their research and they have expectations. A property that’s well maintained and well presented will let faster and attract better tenants. We’re direct with landlords about that.”

Rental stock in Solihull has fallen. Is that being felt in Hampton-in-Arden?

“Yes, and it’s a genuine issue. Stock across Solihull has dropped around 10% year-on-year, and that’s reflected in the village. We have more tenants looking than we have properties available. For landlords who already own here, that’s a strong position to be in. But it does mean we’re actively looking for more properties to manage. If someone owns a property in Hampton-in-Arden and it’s sitting empty, or they’re not happy with their current agent, I’d genuinely encourage them to talk to us.”

Why Hampton-in-Arden Works for Landlords

The village’s appeal isn’t accidental, and it isn’t going anywhere. A few things worth knowing if you’re considering letting here:

• Rail: Hampton-in-Arden station sits on the West Coast Main Line. Birmingham New Street takes around 14 minutes; London Euston around 1 hour 17 minutes. For a village property, that’s an exceptional commuter proposition.
• Road: The M42 provides fast access to the M40, M6 and the wider Midlands road network. Solihull, Birmingham, and Coventry are all within straightforward reach.
• Airport: Birmingham Airport is close enough to be genuinely useful for tenants who travel regularly for work or leisure.
• Future growth: The HS2 Interchange station under construction near the NEC will connect Solihull to London in 38 minutes and Manchester in 41 minutes. The associated Arden Cross development is expected to bring tens of thousands of jobs and significant new infrastructure to the wider area. Hampton-in-Arden sits within easy reach of all of it.

Rental stock in Solihull has fallen by around 10% year-on-year, and demand has not eased to match it (ONS, 2026). That imbalance supports both occupancy levels and rents. The average private rent across Solihull was £1,269 per month in July 2026, up 2.3% on the previous year (ONS, July 2026). In Hampton-in-Arden specifically, two-bedroom flats have been achieving around £1,057 per month on average, and larger or more distinctive properties command considerably more.

We Need More Properties in Hampton-in-Arden

This is a straightforward ask. We manage properties across Hampton-in-Arden and know the village well — the streets, the tenant profile, what rents are achievable, and what tenants expect when they move here. When a property comes to market, we’re not starting from scratch. We already know who’s looking.

Right now, demand is outpacing supply. If you own a property in Hampton-in-Arden — whether it’s currently let, sitting empty, or being managed by another agent — we’d welcome a conversation about what it could achieve and how we can help.

We’ve recently let properties on Fentham Road, Ring of Bells Mews, and Middle Bickenhill Lane, as well as this first floor apartment. Each one let quickly, to good tenants, at strong rents. That track record comes from knowing the area, not just listing on the portals.

If you’re a landlord in Hampton-in-Arden and want to know what your property is worth to let, or if you’re considering investing in the village, speak to the team at Partridge Homes. You can also take a look at our Hampton-in-Arden letting market update for more on current conditions, or our Solihull landlord’s guide if you’re earlier in the process.

Partridge Homes has been letting properties across Solihull and Birmingham since 2006, and has won the British Property Award for Best Letting Agent in Solihull four years running. Hampton-in-Arden is one of the areas we know best. If you have a property here and want it managed properly, book a free rental valuation or contact the team to talk through your options.

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