birmingham B36 Postcodes
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Birmingham (B36)
The B36 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 712 individual postcodes.
There are 4 electoral wards in the B36 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, 11% of people in B36 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 B36 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The B36 postcode is located within the Birmingham district of West Midlands in the United Kingdom. It covers the towns of Kingsbury, Minworth, Four Oaks, Warstock and Ridgacre, and extends to the M6, M5 and M42 motorways.
The postcode has a large and diverse population, with around 11 000 people living within its boundaries. The area is predominantly residential, with the majority of properties being detached and semi-detached houses. Aside from these domestic properties, the postcode also hosts a number of commercial and industrial premises such as warehouses, offices and factories.
The area enjoys excellent transport links, with frequent buses, trains and coaches running from the two nearby train stations. Most bus services are provided by the National Express West Midlands company, while local train services are operated by London Midland and CrossCountry. The M6, M5 and M42 motorways are all easily accessible from the postcode, making it a popular choice for commuters.
The postcode's commercial and leisure centres are growing rapidly, with a number of popular retail parks, a leisure cinema, new leisure centre, supermarkets, and other local services. The local sports centre is also equipped with facilities such as table tennis, basketball, badminton, hockey and bodybuilding.
One of the postcode's biggest attractions is the nearby Kingsbury Water Park, located near the M42. The park is a nature reserve, with 600 acres of woodland, lakes and wetland, which is home to more than 160 species of birds and wildlife. It also contains two Roman villas, some Bronze Age monuments and the site of a demolished twelfth-century abbey.
The local schools are mostly highly rated, including the nearby Four Oaks Community Primary School and Tudor Grange Academy which provide education up to GCSE level. Many of the schools in the postcode catchment area work together to provide a wide range of extra-curricular activities.
The area is fairly affluent, with a large proportion of white collar workers, highly educated residents and higher than average house prices. It has a low crime rate and is generally considered a safe place to live.
TheB36 postcode is an attractive and desirable residential area, with plenty of amenities, great transport links and a large area of conservation land close by. It is an ideal location for families, commuters and those looking to enjoy the outdoors in the West Midlands.
Demographics
West Midlands
B36 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 | B36 |
| Postal Town | Birmingham |
| MSOA Name | Solihull 003 |
| LSOA Name | Solihull 003D |
| County | West Midlands |
| Region | West Midlands |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
B36 Electoral Wards
The postal region of B36, 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, 11% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.