birmingham B34 Postcodes
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Birmingham (B34)
The B34 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 384 individual postcodes.
There are 4 electoral wards in the B34 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 B34 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 B34 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The B34 postcode is located in the South Yardley area of Birmingham. It covers parts of Birmingham City Centre, South Yardley, Sheldon, and Acocks Green. It includes the Acocks Green junction of the ring road and is close to Birmingham Airport.
The postcode covers a variety of residential areas, from the older terraced houses of South Yardley, to the modern housing estates of Fox Hollies and Maypole. It's a busy area with plenty of amenities, including local shops, supermarkets, and recreational areas.
Acocks Green is a popular local destination with a vibrant high street offering banks, local shops, and cafés. There's also a library, art galleries, cinemas, and a central bus station in the area. The local library is currently undergoing a refurbishment and renewal programme and Maypole has some Grade II listed buildings.
The area is well connected with the Birmingham City Centre being just five miles away via the ring road. There are also many bus routes in the postcode as well as good local road connections to the M42 motorway.
Education wise, there are many primary and secondary schools in the postcode. As part of a regeneration programme, Maypole is also home to one of the largest primary schools in the area. In addition, The Oaklands School is a state-of-the-art secondary school in Acocks Green. There is also the Acocks Green Neighbourhood Learning Centre offering a number of educational courses for all ages.
The postcode is a vibrant and popular area of Birmingham with plenty of amenities and close links to the city centre. It has plenty of green spaces including parks like Sheldon Country Park, as well as the Acocks Green nature reserve. It is popular with families and young professionals due to its diversity, affordability, and easy access to the city centre.
Demographics
West Midlands
B34 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 | B34 |
| Postal Town | Birmingham |
| MSOA Name | Birmingham 042 |
| LSOA Name | Birmingham 042E |
| County | West Midlands |
| Region | West Midlands |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
B34 Electoral Wards
The postal region of B34, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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ADT, birmingham
Monday, December 3, 2018
Great mix of people, streets are generally kept clean. Parking in the area can be difficult and some of the driving around here needs to be investigated as they drive far to fast for to area and local conditions.
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Local News West Midlands
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The development finance will support Elevate Property Group to create 111 city-centre homes.
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Global supply chain logistics firm becomes first tenant to sign for the development.
Property WeekStoford secures tenant for Warwickshire manufacturing unit
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Headlam Group, GAP Plastics and McDonald's have signed long-term leases at the site.
Property WeekGreenlight wins approval for Redditch industrial scheme
The development will see the partial demolition of the existing buildings and the construction of126,715 sq ft of industrial space.
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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%.