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Lea End Lane, Hopwood, Alvechurch, Birmingham, B48

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2

Description

‘Piglet’ is a timeless barn conversion situated within a private gated development, surrounded by beautiful open countryside. Finished to a high standard, this charming property enjoys contemporary living, with a particular emphasis on energy efficiency and eco-friendly features.

The accommodation includes a delightful dual-aspect lounge/dining room with a feature log burner, a fully fitted kitchen and a garage

‘Piglet’ is a beautifully presented barn conversion situated within a private gated development, surrounded by open countryside. Finished to a high standard, the property enjoys contemporary finishes and a range of eco-friendly features.

The open-plan lounge/dining room is a particularly impressive space, enjoying plenty of natural light and dual-aspect views across the courtyard and private rear garden. An attractive inglenook fireplace, lined with Porcelanosa tiles and housing a log-burning stove, provides a wonderful focal point to the room.

The contemporary kitchen features a range of high-gloss units and integrated Neff appliances, including an oven, microwave and dishwasher. There is also an American-style fridge/freezer and wine fridge, together with a useful separate utility area and guest WC.

The principal bedroom benefits from built-in wardrobes and a well-appointed en-suite bathroom, complete with freestanding bath, walk-in shower and floor-to-ceiling tiling.

A further double bedroom has built-in wardrobes and its own en-suite shower room, providing comfortable accommodation for guests or family.

The property also benefits from a range of environmentally conscious features, including a solar hot-water system, solar panels, harvested rainwater system and Klargester sewage treatment system.

Outside, the property enjoys a private rear garden with paved area ideal for alfresco dining. The remainder of the garden is prodominatly laid to lawn.

GARAGE
Benefiting from being wide enough to house a 4x4 car, having power, electric and boarded eaves storage.

PARKING
There is ample parking to the front of the property, with a gravelled gated driveway.

SERVICES
Water Solar System, Solar System, Harvested Water System & Klargester Sewage Treatment

SERVICE CHARGE
£50 per month

LOCATION
Hopwood has excellent commuter access to junction 2 of the M42. The property is only 1.9 miles from the village of Barnt Green, and only 1.5 miles from the Alvechurch Junior and middle schools.

The village of Alvechurch has a varied shopping area with many amenities which include a doctor’s surgery, dentist, opticians, butchers, coffee shops, and tearooms, and a highly recommended Gastro pub.

Hopwood lies about 10 miles to the south-west of Birmingham city centre, is bounded by greenbelt offering wonderful walks that enjoy panoramic views over the surrounding countryside.

The stunning Lickey Hills are just a short distance away. Good commuter access to the M5 and M42 motorways and A38. There are train stations in Barnt Green and Alvechurch with regular services to Birmingham and Redditch.

THE CONSUMER PROTECTION REGULATIONS
These details are for guidance only and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If there is any point which is of particular importance, verification should be obtained before viewing. The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixture or fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are connected, in working order or fit for the purpose intended. Items in photographs are NOT necessarily included. All measurements are approximate. These details do not constitute a contract or part of a contract. The Agent has not checked legal documents to verify the Freehold/Leasehold status of the property or that necessary planning permissions have been obtained. Interested parties are advised to obtain verification from their solicitor or surveyor.

MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS
Under government regulations we are required to carry out prescribed identity checks on all purchasers and also obtain precise details of funding for their purchase. This must be done before agreeing a sale. We will carry out these checks, electronically and as soon as you make an acceptable offer on a property. There is a charge of £36 for one person and £54 for two or more. Prices are inclusive of VAT and are non-refundable.

FLOOR PLANS
Where shown, the plan is for illustration purposes only and is not to scale. The floor area shown is taken from the EPC calculations and is therefore approximate and will include only habitable areas.

PROPERTY INFORMATION QUESTIONNAIRE
A copy of the Property Information Questionnaire is available about this property at our office. This has been completed by the Seller to provide comprehensive information about the property which will be of relevance to any intending Purchaser.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
Only those items mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale. All other items are excluded.

GENERAL ADVICE
All interested parties should check availability and explore the situation of a property on Google Earth/ Google Street Maps Street View before viewing. Viewings are via the Agents.

REFERRAL FEES
Referral fees may be paid to us for referring clients to mortgage, insurance, surveying and conveyancing services which can range from £50 to £200.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
E
Date Posted
2026-09-25

Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
89 B
91 B

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
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Water
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Heating
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Broadband
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Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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Listed Property
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Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good NoneO2 Good NoneThree Good NoneVodafone Good Limited

Predicted 4G and 5G signal; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Hawkesley Church Primary Academy1.2 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    219
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Church of England/Methodist
  • St John Fisher Catholic Primary School1.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    206
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Roman Catholic
  • Cofton Primary School1.5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    408
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Ark Kings Academy1.6 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 18
    Pupils
    739
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Crown Meadow First School & Nursery1.7 milesOfsted report card · Feb 2026
    Ages
    2 to 9
    Pupils
    337
    Type
    Community school

Secondary

  • Ark Kings Academy1.6 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 18
    Pupils
    739
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Alvechurch CofE Middle School1.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    9 to 13
    Pupils
    451
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Turves Green Boys' School2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    592
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Gender
    Boys
  • King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls2.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    740
    Type
    Academy converter
    Gender
    Girls
  • St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School2.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,193
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Roman Catholic

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Waitrose at Hopwood Park, Hopwood0.9 miles
Spar - Redditch Road, Birmingham1.5 miles
Aldi Tunnel Road Kings Norton, Birmingham1.6 miles

GP surgery

Hawkesley Medical Practice1.3 miles

Pharmacy

Browns Pharmacy1.3 miles

Hospital

West Heath Hospital1.6 miles

Green space

Playing Field909 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Longbridge Rail Station2.2 miles

Nearest bus stop

Ash Lane0.7 miles

Typical drive times

Redditch13 min · 6.6 miles
Solihull21 min · 14 miles
Bromsgrove15 min · 8 miles
Henley-in-Arden20 min · 13 miles
Birmingham (city)26 min · 9.9 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Very low risk

Planning map: Flood Zone 1.

Surface water

High risk (1 in 30)

Not at the pin: mapped about 20 metres away.

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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