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Saltley lies about two miles east of Birmingham city center, positioned between Washwood Heath and Nechells. Historically, it was a heavy industrial heartbeat of the Midlands, once home to the sprawling Metropolitan-Cammell works that produced trains used all over the world. While the massive cooling towers that formerly dominated the skyline are long gone, the area retains its dense, Victorian urban layout, characterized by long terraced streets like Alum Rock Road, which serves as the primary commercial artery. It is a practical location for those working in the city, as you can reach the Bullring or New Street Station in about ten minutes by bus or a brisk walk. The landscape is defined by its proximity to the Grand Union Canal and the River Rea, and while it is built-up and busy, the local Star City complex nearby provides a concentration of large-scale amenities and cinema screens that serve the wider district.