birmingham B37 Postcodes
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Birmingham (B37)
The B37 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 894 individual postcodes.
There are 7 electoral wards in the B37 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 Solihull Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 9% of people in B37 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 B37 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The B37 postcode covers the northern and eastern parts of the city of Birmingham. It mainly includes the suburbs of Acocks Green, King's Heath, and Yardley Wood. It is situated approximately six miles south-east of Birmingham city centre.
The B37 postcode is predominantly residential and is served by Its own railway station, Acocks Green railway station, which is on the main line between Redditch and Birmingham New Street. The Birmingham Outer Circle bus service also stops within the post code area, and Kings Heath bus terminus on Heathfield Road is a major hub for cross-city buses.
The B37 postcode is home to several schools, all of which are rated good or outstanding by Ofsted. These include Kings Heath Primary School, Fox Hollies Primary School, Brandwood Primary School, St Anselm's Catholic Primary School, Yardley Wood Primary School, Kings Heath Boys' School, Hilcrest High School and Fox Hollies SEND School. It is also served by a number of shops, cafes and pubs.
The B37 postcode is also home to an array of green spaces, such as Kings Heath Park, Small Heath Park and Fox Hollies Park. It is a highly desirable area due to its close proximity to the central Birmingham shopping area, the city's popular nightlife areas of Broad Street and Brindley Place, and not forgetting its easy access to several universities.
The B37 postcode has a vibrant local community, with several events and activities taking place throughout the year including the annual Kings Heath Day Festival and Christmas Fair. The area is also home to the celebrated Kings Heath Little Theatre, one of the oldest established amateur theatre companies in Birmingham.
Demographics
West Midlands
B37 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 | B37 |
| Postal Town | Birmingham |
| MSOA Name | Solihull 007 |
| LSOA Name | Solihull 007A |
| County | West Midlands |
| Region | West Midlands |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
B37 Electoral Wards
The postal region of B37, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Saturday, April 6, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 9% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.