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Birmingham (B8)
The B8 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 776 individual postcodes.
There are 11 electoral wards in the B8 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, 8% of people in B8 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 B8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The B8 postcode district is an area of Birmingham in the West Midlands of England. It covers Small Heath, Sparkhill and Tyseley and is situated between Birmingham's city centre and Solihull.
Small Heath is a culturally diverse area, with many different languages spoken. It has a range of shops, bars and restaurants which provide a myriad of culinary experiences from all around the world. The local market is also a great place to pick up fresh fruit and vegetables. Small Heath Park provides leisure activities for all age groups, from boating on the reservoir to mini golf and picnic areas.
Sparkhill, meanwhile, is known as 'Sparky' by the locals and is home to a thriving Asian community. The area is close to the city centre, convenient for commuting, but still retains a village-like atmosphere. Birmingham's first mosque, Jamia Qadria Jilania Masjid, is located in Sparkhill and is open to worshippers of all religions. There are also a variety of cafes, shops and restaurants. The Nature Reserve at Sparkhill Meadows is a great place to take your family for a picnic and to learn about local wildlife conservation.
Tyseley is the industrial heart of B8, with large industrial estates, trading estates and distribution hubs. It is popular with businesses due to its accessibility to the motorway network and national rail links. Also located in Tyseley is the Birmingham Conservation Trust, which works to restore and protect local wildlife. The Bordesley Clough Nature Reserve is a great place to spot rare birds.
B8 is an area of contrasts, with a balance between busy urban areas and green open spaces. There is something here for everyone, from history and culture to modern technology and industry. Whatever your interests, you are sure to find something to keep you entertained in B8.
Demographics
West Midlands
B8 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 | B8 |
| Postal Town | Birmingham |
| MSOA Name | Birmingham 058 |
| LSOA Name | Birmingham 058D |
| County | West Midlands |
| Region | West Midlands |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
B8 Electoral Wards
The postal region of B8, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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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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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 8% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.