birmingham B35 Postcodes

Birmingham (B35)

The B35 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 427 individual postcodes.

There are 2 electoral wards in the B35 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, 7% of people in B35 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 B35 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The B35 postcode is part of the Metropolitan Borough of Birmingham in the West Midlands, England. It is primarily located in the north eastern and eastern suburbs of the city, mainly comprising the wards of Shard End, Castle Vale, and Kingshurst & Fordbridge. Spanning an area of 8.43 square miles, it has a population of 29,697 as of May 2019.

B35 has excellent transport links provided by its close proximity to major roads and motorways, such as the M6, M42 and A45 Coventry Road, as well as by the many bus routes that traverse the area. With its central location, it is an ideal base for commuters to Birmingham, Coventry and further afield. In terms of leisure activities, the postcode district is home to a number of well-known attractions, including Park Hall Farm, Oak Tree Farm and Kingshurst Lakes.

The educational offerings in B35 are good too, with 12 primary schools, two secondary and one special school, as well as nearby Sutton Coldfield College. Those looking for employment have plenty to choose from, ranging from industrial fields like engineering and construction, to white-collar offices in fields such as finance, IT, and marketing.

Shopping-wise, B35 serves its residents well with a wide range of supermarkets as well as convenience stores and smaller independent retailers. There are also two leisure centres - Kingshurst Leisure Centre and Shard End Leisure Centre - which offer a variety of activities. For those seeking entertainment and culture, there are several pubs, a theatre, a cinema, an ice rink, and several beauty spots.

In terms of religion, most of the population are Christian, with smaller proportions of Muslims, Jews and Sikhs. B35 also has a diverse selection of housing, ranging from terraced houses to detached family homes. Property prices vary depending on the area, but are generally well below the national average.

All in all, the B35 postcode district offers an excellent blend of affordability, convenience and choice. From its excellent transport links to its great range of amenities, it's the perfect place to live and work.

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