34,752TOTAL POPULATION
11,191HOUSEHOLDS
17.6%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£39,520AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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B20 POSTCODE REGION

Birmingham (B20)

The B20 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 746 individual postcodes.

There are 8 electoral wards in the B20 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, 13% of people in B20 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 B20 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The B20 postal code is located in the Birmingham district in the UK, and encompasses the areas of Handsworth and Soho. It is bordered by the B18 postcode to the east, the B21 postcode to the north and south and the B17 postcode to the west.

Handsworth is a major residential area in the district, and is known for its vibrant Afro-Caribbean culture. The area has a large presence of Punjabi, Hindu and African shops and restaurants, and is also home to many mosques, gurdwaras and churches. The suburbs of Hamilton, Birchfield and Winson Green are also found within the postcode area.

The area of Soho is a suburb located to the east of Handsworth, and is known for its culturally diverse demographic and for its large Indian and Pakistani population. Soho also houses a variety of independent businesses, including a record store, a café and several small boutiques.

The B20 postcode area is also known for being one of the greenest areas in Birmingham, with a variety of parks and nature reserves including Handsworth Park, Lozells Park and Soho Common. These public spaces provide space for residents to enjoy outdoor activities, such as walking, running, cycling and picnics. Also located in the B20 postcode area is the Perry Hall Playing Fields, a large open space which is home to football pitches, a children's playground and other amenities.

Other well-known landmarks in the postcode are The Open Air Market, which is a bustling Caribbean market located on Grove Lane, and Handsworth Leisure Centre. The leisure centre includes a variety of facilities, such as a swimming pool, sports hall, gym and studios, and is a popular venue for local events and activities.

TheB20 postcode is a vibrant area that is both diverse and green, providing plenty of amenities and experiences for its residents.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 66%WORKING
  • 34%UNEMPLOYED

34% of people in B20 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 13%AB
  • 46%C2/C2
  • 41%DE

According to census records, 13% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 13%WHITE
  • 87%NON-WHITE

13% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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B20West Midlands

West Midlands

The county of West Midlands

B20 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.

West Midlands Postal Town Map
Outward CodeB20
Postal TownBirmingham
MSOA NameBirmingham 133
LSOA NameBirmingham 133B
CountyWest Midlands
RegionWest Midlands
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

B20 Electoral Wards

The postal region of B20, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Brown's Green
Hamstead
Newton
Perry
Perry Barr
Perry Beeches
Tame
Tame Valley Canal
Tower Hill
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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'.

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