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A selection of contemporary canal-side apartments and duplexes, located moments away from the city centre and high-speed rail links.

Prices from £230,000

Contemporary waterside living

Glasswater Locks offers stylish, design-led homes in a prime location between Birmingham’s vibrant Eastside and the Learning Quarter.

Set along the city’s iconic canal network, this striking collection of one and two-bedroom apartments and duplexes combines modern living with exceptional waterside views. Just a short walk from the city centre, residents can enjoy easy access to Birmingham’s dynamic business, cultural, and transport hubs.

Connected. Cultural. Characterful.

Glasswater Locks offers the best of Birmingham on your doorstep.

Just minutes from Birmingham New Street Station and the upcoming HS2 Curzon Street hub, Glasswater Locks is perfectly positioned for work, study, or exploring the city. Discover the cafés, bars, and creative spaces of Digbeth, or take a tranquil stroll along the canal towpath – the perfect balance of convenience, culture, and calm.

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What makes this opportunity stand out:

5.4%

Average rental yield in Birmingham, with growth anticipated

250

250-year lease

19.2%

House price growth forecast over the next 5-years

19.3%

Rental growth forecast over the next 5-years

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A heritage transformed

Glasswater Locks occupies and is inspired by the historic site along the Digbeth Branch Canal, once home to Belmont Glassworks. In the 1800’s, glassmaking was one of Birmingham’s key industries, with waterways serving as vital transport routes for manufacturing. As railways began to replace canals in the mid-19th century, a rail terminal was established nearby at Curzon Street, laying the groundwork for the city’s modern transport network.

Designed for modern life

Every home in Glasswater Locks has been designed to combine light, space and style. Floor-to-ceiling windows draw in natural daylight and frame views of the canal, while open-plan layouts create a sense of flow throughout. Kitchens are contemporary and fully equipped with integrated appliances and sleek storage, and bedrooms are spacious, calm, and thoughtfully finished to promote rest and relaxation.

Unrivalled amenities

Residents at Glasswater Locks will benefit from a range of exclusive on-site facilities designed to enhance daily life. From a 24-hour concierge and private gym to a cinema, games room, and residents’ lounge with meeting rooms and co-working spaces, every detail has been carefully considered. Secure cycle storage and landscaped courtyards further enhance convenience and comfort, creating a vibrant, connected community right in the heart of the city.

Centenary Tower - Birmingham City Centre - Property Investment

Why Birmingham?

Birmingham is one of the UK’s most dynamic cities. With a population of over 1.1 million, five major universities, and a thriving professional sector, it is leading the country in both house price and rental growth.

The city is undergoing a £25 billion regeneration programme, including major infrastructure projects such as the HS2 high-speed rail link, which will reduce travel time to London to just 49 minutes. Key employers including HSBC, PwC, Goldman Sachs, and Deutsche Bank continue to expand in the region, attracting talent and investment from across the UK and beyond.

House price growth: 19.9% forecast 2024–2028 (JLL)
Rental growth: 22.2% projected over the same period
Graduate retention: 49% of university graduates remain in the city
Population growth: 25% expected by 2040 under the Big City Plan

Whether you are an experienced investor or building your portfolio, Centenary Tower offers one of the UK’s most attractive prime city centre buy-to-let opportunities.

Quick facts:

Access 90% of the UK population in under 4 hours

Average rental yields of 5.4%, with growth anticipated

10-year building warranty provided by the NHBC

Reach London via HS2 in just 45 minutes

5 local universities, with a 49% student retention rate

Financial Performance – Clear, Confident, Competitive

Glasswater Locks is designed to deliver a positive and sustained income. With entry prices from £230,000 and anticipated rental yields of 5.4%, investors can expect consistent cash flow.

Example structure:

Reservation fee: £5,000 (subject to apartment value)
Deposit on exchange: 15%
6 months from exchange: a further 5%
Balance on completion: 80%

This structure enables investors to secure units at today’s pricing with minimal upfront capital – and capitalise on price growth through the build period.

Glasswater Locks Features

Kitchens

Contemporary-designed kitchen
Composite stone worktop with ceramic tiled splashback
Black undermount 1 ½ bowl sink
Black tap
Telescopic integrated recirculating cooker hood
Bosch black touch control integrated induction hob
Bosch black integrated single oven
Integrated full height 70/30 fridge freezer

Communal areas

Interior designed entrance, lift lobbies and corridors
Car parking (limited to selected homes) with electric charging points
Bicycle storage
CCTV security system

Lighting & electrical finishes

LED downlights to hallway, kitchen, living room, en-suite and bathrooms
Ceiling pendant lighting to all bedrooms
USB socket to kitchen and bedroom 1
TV point to living room and bedroom 1
Video and audio door entry system
Fibre broadband connection
Matt black light switches
Matt black electrical sockets to kitchen area

General

Timber-effect flooring to hallway, kitchen and living room
Carpets to bedrooms
White internal doors with routed detail
Feature front entrance door with multi-point high security door locking system and spy hole
Matt black ironmongery throughout
Freestanding washer/dryer in hall cupboard
Electric panel heaters
Each apartment fitted with Mechanical Ventilation Units with heat recovery (MVHR)
10-year NHBC warranty from date of legal completion
2-year St Joseph warranty
250-year lease

Bathrooms

Floor mounted Roca WC with concealed cistern and matt black flush plate
Basin and vanity unit with timber-effect drawers
Composite stone counter top
Basin mixer in brushed black
Mirrored cabinet with integrated halo lighting
Porcelain tiles to floors and ceramic tiles to selected walls
Ceramic tiled feature wall
Black electric towel warmer
Brushed black toilet roll holder and robe hook
Thermostatic concealed shower valve with mini handset and ceiling-mounted rain shower, all in brushed black
Shower tray with shower screen to all ensuites
Single ended enamelled bath with fitted bath screen

Resident facilities

Elevated, resident-only courtyard gardens
Exclusive access to a residents’ lounge, reading and co-working area, meeting facility, a cinema room, gym and games room
24-hour concierge

Development Floorplans

Glasswater Locks floorplans are available on request - to request your copy and to find out live availability at this development please contact Centrick New Homes on 0121 347 6116 (option 2) or email newhomes@centrick.com

Canal-side living at it's best

Glasswater Locks is located just as short walk away from everything Birmingham City Centre has to offer including dining, shopping, cultural attractions and vibrant nightlife. It will also be perfectly positioned just a stones throw from the upcoming HS2 Curzon Street Station, which will slash journey times to London to just 49 minutes. Motorway networks and Birmingham airport can also be easily reached from Glasswater Locks.

Invest with Centrick – Experience, Due Diligence and Delivery

Centrick Invest partners with private investors to identify and access exceptional UK property opportunities. Every development we represent is subject to our 50-point due diligence framework, assessing developer track record, build quality, rental viability, and financial sustainability.

We support our investors at every stage:

Advisory & acquisition: personalised guidance to match investment goals.

Finance support: introductions to trusted mortgage brokers.

Lettings & management: fully managed solutions for UK and overseas investors.

Performance tracking: regular yield and occupancy reviews to maximise ROI

The Centrick Invest Club – Exclusive Access for Serious Investors

Members of the Centrick Invest Club receive early access to developments, enhanced insight reports, and personalised portfolio reviews. To request the full Glasswater Locks fact sheet, detailed pricing, or unit-level availability, simply register your interest below.

If you’re not yet a member, our team can guide you through the simple onboarding process to unlock exclusive opportunities and events.

Important information

All information is provided in good faith and believed to be correct at time of publication. Prices, yields, and forecasts are indicative and subject to change. Property values and rental prices can go down as well as up. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. Investors should seek independent financial and legal advice before committing to any property investment.