Estate & Letting Agents in Sheldon

Name: Sheldon
Brand: Oakmans
Rating: 5 (289 reviews)

342-344 Stratford Rd, Shirley, Solihull, B90 3DW
0121 468 3234

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Estate & Letting Agents in Sheldon

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Whether you are looking to sell, let, buy or rent in Sheldon, our dedicated teams provide a personalised and straightforward service, helping make every stage of your property journey as stress-free as possible.

Food and drink

Sheldon has a broad mix of restaurants and casual dining options, particularly along Coventry Road. The area is especially strong for international food, with Indian, Turkish, Italian and barbecue restaurants all within a relatively compact stretch.

Fantastic Eateries

Jilabi Indian Restaurant – A popular Indian restaurant on Coventry Road serving traditional favourites alongside house specialities, curries and street-food inspired dishes. It has been a well-known local dining spot in Sheldon for years.
Istanbul Restaurant Sheldon – A long-standing Turkish restaurant on Coventry Road known for grilled meats, mezze and traditional Turkish dishes.
Sapore – An independent Italian restaurant offering pizzas, pasta, steaks and traditional Italian dishes in a relaxed neighbourhood setting.
Toby Carvery Sheldon – A popular choice for traditional roast dinners, serving carvery meals with a selection of meats, vegetables and classic sides throughout the week.

Shopping

Coventry Road is the main shopping hub for Sheldon, with several supermarkets, retail parks and everyday services all within easy reach. The area offers a practical mix of large stores and smaller independent shops.

Shops for The Essentials

Entertainment World– A distinctive independent shop on The Radleys specialising in retro and modern video games, consoles, vinyl records, vintage toys and collectables.
The World of Fish And Pets – A specialist pet shop on Coventry Road offering fish, reptiles, aquatics, pet supplies and accessories.
Sheldon Retail Park – A convenient shopping destination on Coventry Road, home to Morrisons and a selection of other national retailers and services.
Tesco Superstore – A large supermarket on Coventry Road providing groceries, household products and everyday essentials.

Nature and outdoors

Sheldon has considerably more green space than you might expect from its position close to one of Birmingham’s busiest roads. Sheldon Country Park dominates the local landscape, with woodland, wetlands, open fields and walking routes spreading across the eastern edge of the area.

Local Nature and Greenspaces

Sheldon Country Park – Covering around 300 acres, the park includes grassland, mature woodland, wetlands, historic hedgerows and miles of walking routes.
Birmingham Millennium Woods – A small area of broadleaf woodland within Sheldon Country Park, including the Sheldon Ward Millennium Woodland and community planting areas.
Hatchford Brook – One of two brooks running through Sheldon Country Park, forming an important wildlife corridor through the area’s grassland and woodland.

Schools

Sheldon has a good choice of local primary and secondary schools, with several located directly within the B26 postcode area.

Local Schools

Stanville Primary School – A primary school on Stanville Road serving children from the local Sheldon community.
Mapledene Primary School – A mixed community primary school on Mapledene Road for children aged 4 to 11.
Lyndon Green Junior School – A local junior school on Wensley Road serving children from Sheldon and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy – A mixed secondary school and sixth form on Sheldon Heath Road for students aged 11 to 18. Its most recent published Ofsted inspection rated the school Good.

Transport

Sheldon is particularly convenient for travelling across Birmingham and towards Solihull, Birmingham Airport and the wider motorway network, with the A45 running directly through the area.

By Car

The A45 Coventry Road provides a direct route west towards Birmingham city centre and east towards Birmingham Airport, the NEC and Coventry. The area also has straightforward connections towards the M42, allowing access to the M6, M40 and wider motorway network.

By Public Transport

The 60 bus provides a direct connection between Sheldon and Birmingham city centre via Yardley and Small Heath, while the 72 links Sheldon with Solihull, Marston Green and Chelmsley Wood. The X2 also connects the area with Birmingham and Solihull.

Sheldon does not have its own railway station, but several stations are nearby depending on which part of the area you live in. Marston Green, Lea Hall, Olton and Acocks Green all provide access to the rail network, with Marston Green also offering connections towards Birmingham New Street and Birmingham International.

Local features and attractions

Sheldon benefits from several genuinely useful leisure attractions within the area, as well as being particularly close to the NEC and Resorts World.

Things To Do

Old Rectory Farm – Located within Sheldon Country Park, this restored 17th-century farm operates as a free demonstration farm with Jersey cattle, pigs, goats, geese and ponies, alongside seasonal activities.
Sheldon Country Park Airport Viewing Area – A dedicated viewpoint overlooking Birmingham Airport’s runway, making it a popular local spot for watching aircraft taking off and landing. It is reached on foot through the park.
Hatchford Brook Golf Centre & Gym – A local leisure centre on Hatchford Way with an 18-hole public golf course, gym, driving range, golf lessons and clubhouse facilities.
Resorts World Birmingham – A short drive from Sheldon beside the NEC, offering outlet shopping, restaurants, an 11-screen Cineworld with IMAX, bowling and other entertainment under one roof.