birmingham B21 Postcodes
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Birmingham (B21)
The B21 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 773 individual postcodes.
There are 11 electoral wards in the B21 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, 8% of people in B21 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 B21 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The B21 postcode is located in the Birmingham district of the West Midlands region in the UK. It covers the area of Handsworth, Lozells, Newtown and Birchfield, which were historically part of Staffordshire and Warwickshire prior to the 19th century. The postcode area has a population of 11,075 with a high concentration of Black and Minority Ethnic communities.
The area is dominated by residential housing of Victorian, Edwardian and post war style, mainly along the main roads such as Soho Road, Lozells Road and Beacon Road. The dominant terraced housing is complemented by a series of business developments which provide employment opportunities.
Handsworth is the largest neighbourhood in the B21 postcode, and is a well established inner city area famous for its parks, churches, and vibrant cultures. Soho Road has a large Asian population, running alongside the shops, supermarkets and curry houses catering for the local community. There are also bustling marketplaces, bustling shops, a community centre and fantastic restaurants.
Lozells is an area popular with students due to its proximity to the University of Birmingham and Aston University. Similarly, Aston has a variety of shops, large supermarkets and local amenities close by.
Newtown, is the area's smallest neighbourhood, stretching from Soho Road to the Aston Expressway. It is home to a wide range of cultural, social and business amenities, with the historic St Thomas Church at its heart.
Birchfield lies to the north of Handsworth, and is one of the oldest parts of Birmingham. Here you can find the Birmingham City University campus, Park View (formerly Birchfield Park), and numerous outdoor activities. There is a great mix of shops, bars, restaurants, and public spaces.
The B21 postcode is also well served by a number of transportation links, with a number of bus routes running through the area, as well as a light rail system. The nearest railway station is located in Aston.
TheB21 postcode is a vibrant, lively and diverse area. Its mix of culture, business, leisure activities, shops and services, makes it an attractive place to live, work and visit.
Demographics
West Midlands
B21 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 | B21 |
| Postal Town | Birmingham |
| MSOA Name | Birmingham 036 |
| LSOA Name | Birmingham 036D |
| County | West Midlands |
| Region | West Midlands |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
B21 Electoral Wards
The postal region of B21, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Sunday, April 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 8% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.