birmingham B62 Postcodes
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Birmingham (B62)
The B62 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 869 individual postcodes.
There are 31 electoral wards in the B62 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 Dudley Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 24% of people in B62 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 B62 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The B62 postcode covers the Rowley Regis and Blackheath area of Birmingham. It is located in the Sandwell borough, in the West Midlands region of England.
The postcode district is primarily residential and covers a total area of 4.73 square miles (12.26 sq km). It is served by three different railway stations, Rowley Regis, Old Hill and Cradley Heath, and is a short commute to Birmingham centre.
The B62 postcode has a range of diverse places to visit and attractions. These include Highley Park, a large wildlife reserve and woodland park, the Sandwell Valley Country Park, and various other moorlands, and canalways.
The area is also home to a range of sporting facilities, with an open-air pool, football pitches, a cricket pitch, tennis courts, and a BMX track.
The B62 postcode is served by a number of excellent schools, including Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy, Rowley Park Primary School, and St John's Primary School.
The postcode is considered affluent in comparison to the national average, and is very popular among commuters and families with young children.
The area is well connected to both the M5 and M6 motorways, making it a great place to access the country. Furthermore, there are bus services available from central Birmingham and nearby villages.
TheB62 postcode in the Birmingham district is a great destination for those seeking an affluent and quiet area close to a lively city centre. It offers a range of excellent amenities and attractions, and is surrounded by stunning countryside.
Demographics
West Midlands
B62 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 | B62 |
| Postal Town | Birmingham |
| MSOA Name | Dudley 036 |
| LSOA Name | Dudley 036C |
| County | West Midlands |
| Region | West Midlands |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
B62 Electoral Wards
The postal region of B62, 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, 24% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.