birmingham B31 Postcodes
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Birmingham (B31)
The B31 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 1423 individual postcodes.
There are 11 electoral wards in the B31 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, 18% of people in B31 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 B31 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The B31 postcode is located in Birmingham, in the West Midlands region of England. It covers both the area in and around the city centre and the outskirts, including the nearby M5 motorway.
The postcode area is dominated by affluent residential neighbourhoods such as Northfield and Rubery, as well as industrial areas like Longbridge, a major car manufacturing centre. Bournville, home to the famous chocolate-maker Cadbury, is also within the postcode's boundaries. It is also close to the retail and leisure hub of the Bullring and the Mailbox.
Education facilities in the postcode area include three secondary schools, a highly sought-after sixth form college and several primary schools, several of which have received 'Outstanding' ratings from Ofsted.
Transport links in B31 are plentiful, with multiple railway stations and bus routes running throughout the day. The area is served by the M42 and M5 motorways and has direct access to Birmingham Airport.
For health services, there is a small hospital in Rubery and a surgery at nearby Northfield, as well as pharmacies, dentists and other medical facilities.
The B31 area is a popular choice for families, due to its excellent transport links, solid housing stock and range of activities for children. The many local parks also make it a great place to live, offering a variety of activities and experiences such as football, tennis, a dog-friendly 'pooch-pad' and a skate park.
TheB31 postcode is a great place to live, work, study and play. With its abundance of amenities, access to the city centre and green spaces – B31 has it all.
Demographics
West Midlands
B31 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 | B31 |
| Postal Town | Birmingham |
| MSOA Name | Birmingham 101 |
| LSOA Name | Birmingham 101A |
| County | West Midlands |
| Region | West Midlands |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
B31 Electoral Wards
The postal region of B31, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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JG, Birmingham
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
I live in Longbridge Retirement Village. Longbridge is a developing new town and we are located in a multi storey building whose footprint (ground floor) occupies a B45 postcode location. However the 260 one and two bedroom apartments have been designated B31 postcodes. This situation has resulted in our motor owning residents at a considerable disadvantage, cost wise when insuring vehicles.
JG, Birmingham
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
I live in Longbridge Retirement Village. Longbridge is a developing new town and we are located in a multi storey building whose footprint (ground floor) occupies a B45 postcode location. However the 260 one and two bedroom apartments have been designated B31 postcodes. This situation has resulted in our motor owning residents at a considerable disadvantage, cost wise when insuring vehicles.
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 18% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.