birmingham B74 Postcodes
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Birmingham (B74)
The B74 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 970 individual postcodes.
There are 18 electoral wards in the B74 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, 38% of people in B74 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 B74 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 B74 postcode covers an area of north Birmingham in the English West Midlands county. The postcode is almost entirely residential, and covers the suburbs of Sutton Coldfield, Mere Green, Roughley and part of Streetly.
In terms of facilities and services, B74 is well connected, with good transport links and easy access to the M6 motorway. Sutton Coldfield town centre offers a wide range of shops, restaurants and entertainment venues, as well as several convenience stores, supermarkets and banks. The area is home to Sutton Park, which features a greenery collection of 822 acres of parkland, lakes, and woodlands.
The area is known for being one of the most affluent parts of Birmingham, recognised for its large detached, semi-detached and bungalow properties, as well as for its numerous schools. These include Queen Alexandra College, Bishop Vesey's Grammar and Arthur Terry Secondary schools, Selly Oak Primary School, Hill West Primary School and Waseley Hills High School.
The local environment also features many museums, such as the National Motorcycle Museum, the Royal Air Force Museum, and the Soho House Museum. Residents are often found enjoying the local parks, including Boldmere Deer Paddock and Pool, Langley Hall Park, and the Mere Green Nature Reserve.
In addition, B74 is home to several community initiatives, such as the Royal Sutton Coldfield Town Council, Sutton Coldfield Arts Council, Sutton Park Rangers, and several volunteering groups. B74 also hosts annual events, such as the St Martin's Fair held in Sutton Coldfield throughout August. Furthermore, the B74 area supports a wide array of sporting activities, including tennis, rugby, football, golf, and boxing.
In terms of recreation, B74 residents can also enjoy gyms, cinemas, theatre, and several walking and cycling trails. All in all, B74 postcode provides a safe and pleasant environment for its residents to live, work and play.
Demographics
West Midlands
B74 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 | B74 |
| Postal Town | Birmingham |
| MSOA Name | Birmingham 007 |
| LSOA Name | Birmingham 007B |
| County | West Midlands |
| Region | West Midlands |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
B74 Electoral Wards
The postal region of B74, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Sunday, April 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 38% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.