birmingham B76 Postcodes
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Birmingham (B76)
The B76 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of Warwickshire, and contains a total of 1067 individual postcodes.
There are 22 electoral wards in the B76 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 North Warwickshire Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 29% of people in B76 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 B76 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 B76 postcode covers areas of West Midlands in Birmingham district, including Sutton Coldfield, a suburb located northeast of the city centre. It is particularly noted as an affluent area with a relatively high quality of life, owing to its close proximity to Birmingham's financial and cultural sectors.
The B76 postcode includes Sutton Coldfield Town Centre with its popular High Street Shopping Centre and Kingstanding Shopping Centre. Nearby attractions include the Belfry, the former home of the PGA European Tour headquarters, and the National Exhibition Centre, a convention centre with a variety of events and exhibitions.
Public transport is served by the nearby B38 bus route with a number of stops through the area. Kingstanding and Blake Street Railway Stations also provide links to Birmingham New Street station in just under 30 minutes.
The area is also home to various parks and public open green spaces, such as Sutton Park, a Local Nature Reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest. Other attractions include the Sutton Coldfield Golf Course, the Palace Theatre, Sutton Coldfield Cricket Club, Ashfurlong Medical Centre, Boldmere Community Hub, Erdington Pool and Fitness Centre, Cooks Lane Sports Centre, Drayton Manor Theme Park, and Greyhound racing at the Perry Barr Stadium.
Education is served by a range of primary and secondary schools, colleges and universities, including Bishop Vesey's Grammar School, which was founded in 1527, and Sutton Coldfield College.
The area is predominantly residential, consisting of a mix of housing, ranging from two-bed terraced houses and small private estates, to small developments of luxury homes in secluded locations.
The population of the B76 postcode is around 80,000, making it one of the most populous areas in Birmingham. With its range of attractions and high-quality living conditions, it's no wonder why this postcode is so popular.
Demographics
Warwickshire
B76 is located in the county of Warwickshire, in England.
Warwickshire has a total population of 556,800, making it the 39th largest county in the UK.
Warwickshire has a total area of 763 square miles, and a population density of 281 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | B76 |
| Postal Town | Birmingham |
| MSOA Name | North Warwickshire 004 |
| LSOA Name | North Warwickshire 004A |
| County | Warwickshire |
| Region | Warwickshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | North Warwickshire |
| Area Classification | Mainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%) |
B76 Electoral Wards
The postal region of B76, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Sunday, April 7, 2024
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Local News Warwickshire
Local groups encouraged to apply for capital grants improvements scheme
Local not-for-profit community organisations are being encouraged to apply for grants of up to 20,000 from Warwick District Council's Rural and Urban Capital Investment Scheme (RUCIS).
Warwick District CouncilCastle Farm Leisure Centre hosts successful open day featuring special guest Colin Jackson
Hundreds of people from the local community came along to a free open day on Saturday 24 February to celebrate the official opening of Castle Farm Leisure Centre in Kenilworth.
Warwick District CouncilMilitary Heritage Trail launches in Warwick
A new heritage trail guiding visitors on an exciting tour of Warwick's military museums has just launched.
Warwick District CouncilChildren's edition of First Folio published
The illustrated book features edited versions of all 36 plays of William Shakespeare's First Folio.
BBC NewsMan found dead and woman dies shortly after
Nobody else is being sought in connection with the incident.
BBC NewsNew play area for Bishop's Tachbrook
Just in time for Spring, children and families can now enjoy an exciting new play area at Anchitel Green in Bishop's Tachbrook.
Warwick District CouncilHow relentless rain is affecting farms and businesses
Parts of the Midlands saw double the average rainfall for March, and April is not looking any better yet.
BBC NewsNurse's NHS climate work recognised
Ebenezer Akore Yeboah is researching how NHS workers could cut waste and reduce their energy use.
BBC NewsFrom the Postcode Area blog
Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis
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Death of the High Street?
The BBC reports that despite councils' attempts to kurb them, the UK's high streets have seen a huge growth in fast food outlets. Could this mark the death knell for the Great British high street, and what can we do about it to halt its decline?
Discrimination by Postcode
You really couldn't make it up, could you? Some of the country's most vulnerable people are missing out on their weekly £25 Cold Weather Payment, just because the system that's in operation is discriminating against them because payments are based on postcode, rather than geographic location.
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 29% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.