162,654TOTAL POPULATION
65,498HOUSEHOLDS
7.9%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£54,080AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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B4 POSTCODE REGION

Birmingham (B4)

The B4 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 442 individual postcodes.

There are 2 electoral wards in the B4 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, 27% of people in B4 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 B4 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The B4 postcode is the postcode district covering the centre of Birmingham. It shares boundaries with B1, B2, and B3 postcodes. It runs from Bull Street and the edge of the Jewellery Quarter, through Digbeth, to the centre of Birmingham, including the Bullring Shopping Centre, Grand Central, the O2 Academy, and Victoria Square.

The B4 postcode is also home to a number of Birmingham landmarks, such as St. Martin's Church, St. Phillips Cathedral, the historic Town Hall, St. Paul's Square, and the Chamberlain Memorial. The Edgbaston Cricket Ground and Birmingham Botanical Gardens are also located within the B4 postcode boundary.

In terms of transport, B4 is well connected, containing numerous bus stops, numerous train stations, including Birmingham New Street, Moor Street, and Snow Hill, as well as Hunts Cross Tram (HS2) station. The area is also served by the Birmingham Metro Tram, which connects commuters to destinations across the city.

For shopping, B4 postcode includes the Bullring Shopping Centre, the Bull Ring Quarter, and Grand Central. Digbeth High Street is home to a wide range of independent shops and cafes, and it's also the site of the Edgbaston Street Fare Festivals, which happen throughout the year.

The B4 postcode is also full of culture, with numerous museums, galleries, theatres, and concert venues. Birmingham's Ikon Gallery, art galleries, and eateries are all situated within the postcode. Birmingham Repertory Theatre, the Electric Cinema, and Hippodrome are also situated in the district.

The B4 postcode has all the amenities needed for working, living, and enjoying life in the city. It is conveniently located in the heart of Birmingham and well connected via transport links. It offers a wealth of culture and entertainment, and it's a great place for people to make a home and start a life.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 56%WORKING
  • 44%UNEMPLOYED

44% of people in B4 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 27%AB
  • 50%C2/C2
  • 23%DE

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

ETHNICITY

  • 38%WHITE
  • 62%NON-WHITE

38% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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B4West Midlands

West Midlands

The county of West Midlands

B4 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 CodeB4
Postal TownBirmingham
MSOA NameBirmingham 138
LSOA NameBirmingham 138A
CountyWest Midlands
RegionWest Midlands
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

B4 Electoral Wards

The postal region of B4, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Aston
Netchells Green
Vauxhall
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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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