birmingham B42 Postcodes
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Birmingham (B42)
The B42 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 686 individual postcodes.
There are 5 electoral wards in the B42 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, 16% of people in B42 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 B42 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The B42 postcode is an area of the Birmingham district in the West Midlands region of England. It is an urbanised area that covers a number of neighbourhoods, including Hamstead, Handsworth Wood, Lozells, Nechells, Perry Barr, Birchfield, Aston and Perry Common.
The population of the B42 postcode area is diverse, with many different cultural backgrounds represented. The majority of the population is of Asian or African-Caribbean heritage, although there are also a significant number of British Whites, as well as smaller populations from other ethnicities.
The area is served by multiple transport links, including motorways, ring roads, a railway line and numerous bus routes. It also has a range of local shopping areas, such as Lozells Shopping Centre, the Aston Expressway Walkway and Perry Barr shopping centre.
The area also has three fire stations, which are sited at Wenlock Road, Perry Barr and Aston. There is a police station located at Luxor Street.
Facilities in the area include Lea Hall Primary School, Lea Vale Primary School, St Remy's Primary School, Weoley Hill Primary School, Birmingham City University and St Mark's C of E Primary. There are also several parks, such as Allenby, Aston Park and Kingsbury, Woodlands and River Nash.
Sports facilities in the B42 postcode are varied, and there is something on offer for all ages and interests, including several sports clubs, gyms, athletics grounds and a leisure centre. The area also has a range of historical landmarks, including Soho House, the Grade II listed Aston Hall and the Perry Barr War Memorial.
The local council for the area is Birmingham City Council, and the local Member of Parliament is Jack Dromey.
B42 is a multicultural, vibrant and diverse area in the Birmingham district that offers many amenities and attractions.
Demographics
West Midlands
B42 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 | B42 |
| Postal Town | Birmingham |
| MSOA Name | Birmingham 024 |
| LSOA Name | Birmingham 024E |
| County | West Midlands |
| Region | West Midlands |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
B42 Electoral Wards
The postal region of B42, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Sunday, April 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 16% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.