38,357TOTAL POPULATION
16,209HOUSEHOLDS
8.6%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£35,360AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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B32 POSTCODE REGION

Birmingham (B32)

The B32 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 1055 individual postcodes.

There are 19 electoral wards in the B32 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, 19% of people in B32 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 B32 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


B32 is a postcode located in the Harborne area of Birmingham, United Kingdom. The area is largely residential, with a few small commercial businesses in the area as well.

The main road running through the postcode is Harborne Park Road, which is a popular shopping and dining destination, with many small shops, eateries, and pubs. The area is also home to some large parks, including Harborne Park, West Smethwick Hall Park, and St Mary's Park.

The B32 postcode covers 5 electoral wards, including Harborne, Selly Oak, Quinton, and Weoley. The population of the area is approximately 33,347, and it has a higher-than-average proportion of young people residents.

Education is well-regarded in the B32 postcode. There are a number of secondary schools, such as St Michael's, Harborne Academy, Moseley School, and Selly Oak Academy. There are also several primary schools located in the area, including Harborne Primary School, St. Gerard's Catholic Primary School, and Four Dwellings Primary School.

The B32 postcode is known for its diverse culture, and it is popular with families, professionals, and students. It also has a history of accommodating refugees and asylum seekers, including those from Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan.

The B32 postcode is served by several transport links, including bus routes, trains, and trams. The area is also served by Birmingham New Street railway station, which connects the city to the rest of the country.

The B32 postcode is home to a number of parks and green spaces, including Lightwoods Park and Park Hill Woodland. The area also offers a range of recreational activities, such as golf, fishing, football, and cricket.

TheB32 postcode is an attractive and vibrant area, which offers something for everyone. It is home to a range of cultures, has excellent transport links, and there are plenty of recreational activities for families, professionals, and students alike to enjoy.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 83%WORKING
  • 17%UNEMPLOYED

17% of people in B32 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 19%AB
  • 50%C2/C2
  • 30%DE

According to census records, 19% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 73%WHITE
  • 27%NON-WHITE

73% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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B32West Midlands

West Midlands

The county of West Midlands

B32 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 CodeB32
Postal TownBirmingham
MSOA NameBirmingham 080
LSOA NameBirmingham 080B
CountyWest Midlands
RegionWest Midlands
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

B32 Electoral Wards

The postal region of B32, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Bartley Green
Beech Lanes
California
Coombeswood
Frankley
Frankley Green
Harborne
Hurst Green
Illey
Lapal
Lodge Hill
Lower Illey
Quinton
Ridgacre
Shenley Fields
Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal
Weoley Castle
Woodcock Hill
Woodgate
Woodgate Valley
Browse Postcodes in B32

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Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (B) and estimated address.

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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