17,872TOTAL POPULATION
6,220HOUSEHOLDS
8.5%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£24,960AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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B15 POSTCODE REGION

Birmingham (B15)

The B15 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 830 individual postcodes.

There are 4 electoral wards in the B15 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, 33% of people in B15 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 B15 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


The B15 postcode refers to a large, suburban area of Birmingham in the West Midlands of England. Located just south of Birmingham city centre, B15 is home to numerous businesses, recreational sites, and residential neighbourhoods alike.

The area's main neighbourhoods are called Edgbaston, Harborne, Ladywood, and Bearwood. B15 is known for its many public and private schools, including Edgbaston High School, St. John's School, and St. Mary's School. Additionally, the University of Birmingham and Birmingham City University are both located within B15.

The B15 postcode contains a variety of recreational activities and sites, such as the Edgbaston Walkway, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, the Edgbaston Reservoir, and the Cadbury World. The Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, the Birmingham Symphony Hall, and the Central Library are also located within the postcode's boundaries.

The B15 postcode is well-connected to the rest of the city due to its extensive network of public transport links. Numerous buses, trains, and metros serve the area, linking it to nearby localities like Dudley, Wolverhampton, Solihull, and Sutton Coldfield. The postcode is also served by the Birmingham International Airport, located 30 minutes away by car.

Finally, the B15 postcode is home to many different restaurants, pubs, and bars, making it a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. In addition, many shops, markets, and arts venues can be found in the area, which draw a diverse range of clientele. All in all, the B15 postcode is a vibrant, exciting area of Birmingham, offering something for everyone to enjoy.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 64%WORKING
  • 36%UNEMPLOYED

36% of people in B15 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 33%AB
  • 45%C2/C2
  • 22%DE

According to census records, 33% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 45%WHITE
  • 55%NON-WHITE

45% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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B15West Midlands

West Midlands

The county of West Midlands

B15 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 CodeB15
Postal TownBirmingham
MSOA NameBirmingham 136
LSOA NameBirmingham 136D
CountyWest Midlands
RegionWest Midlands
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

B15 Electoral Wards

The postal region of B15, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Chad Valley
Edgbaston
Ladywood
Lee Bank
The Vale
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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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