birmingham B12 Postcodes
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Birmingham (B12)
The B12 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 739 individual postcodes.
There are 4 electoral wards in the B12 postcode area, including Alcester, Birmingham, Bromsgrove, Cradley Heath, Halesowen, Henley-In-Arden, Oldbury, Redditch, Rowley Regis, Smethwick, Solihull, Studley, Sutton Coldfield, Tamworth, West Bromwich which come under the local authority of the Birmingham Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 14% of people in B12 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of B12 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The B12 postcode area covers the southeast of Birmingham, England in the West Midlands. It includes the neighbourhoods of Balsall Heath, Moseley, Kings Heath, Sparkbrook, Billesley and part of Small Heath.
Balsall Heath is a highly diverse area, with some of the most deprived wards in the country in terms of income, health and crime. It has a substantial ethnic minority population and a large number of people from ethnic backgrounds. In Balsall Heath, Moseley and Sparkbrook, there is a range of housing due to the area being populated by different generations of families and recent immigrants who have created a cosmopolitan atmosphere. Due to the low rents in comparison to the rest of Birmingham and the proximity to the universities, the population is a little younger than elsewhere in the city.
Kings Heath is a vibrant residential area and commercial centre with strong community spirit. It has lots of independent retailers, cafes and restaurants, creating a unique atmosphere in this area.
The Billesley area is mainly residential with some schools and leisure parks. The area has seen an influx of new businesses, shops, bars and restaurants as well as a thriving local community organisations such as the Kings Heath Local History Society. It also has several parks including Billesley Common, Billesley Pool, and Open Air Swimming Pool.
The final area, Small Heath has experienced regeneration in recent years and is now home to trendy bars, restaurants and a high number of trendy art galleries. Small Heath is a mix of industrial, residential and commercial activity, making it an attractive area for entrepreneurs.
It is easy to get around in the B12 area as it falls within the circular route of the Birmingham SuperStop service, using modern trams and buses, with frequent stops. The area also benefits from Cyclepaths, a secure and convenient way to get around.
Demographics
West Midlands
B12 is located in the county of West Midlands, in England.
West Midlands has a total population of 2,864,900, making it the 2nd largest county in the UK.
West Midlands has a total area of 348 square miles, and a population density of 3177 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | B12 |
| Postal Town | Birmingham |
| MSOA Name | Birmingham 071 |
| LSOA Name | Birmingham 071C |
| County | West Midlands |
| Region | West Midlands |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
B12 Electoral Wards
The postal region of B12, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.
Chris H
Saturday, April 6, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 14% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.