Chelmsley Wood is part of the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull. It is near the NEC and Birmingham International Airport.
Most of Chelmsley Wood was built in the 1960s and although many of the large council tower blocks have been demolished in favour of low-rise housing, a good number still exist.
There are no historical sites to speak of and a distinct lack of old buildings, but that is hardly surprising given the fact that this was green belt land before planning permission was granted.
Chelmsley Wood is served by a shopping centre which is now very outdated, although there are plans for its renovation. It has the usual amenities necessary for a community of this size, but visitors often get the impression that it is functional and little more.
About the most notable development in recent years was the opening of a local supermarket. Crime rates have traditionally been higher here than in most parts of Birmingham and Solihull, although the area is undergoing a major redevelopment programme which may introduce much-needed improvements.
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