26,004TOTAL POPULATION
7,108HOUSEHOLDS
27.6%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£19,240AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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B10 POSTCODE REGION

Birmingham (B10)

The B10 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 456 individual postcodes.

There are 2 electoral wards in the B10 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 B10 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 B10 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The B10 postcode is located in the Birmingham district in the UK and is an area with a diverse range of people and cultures. It is a residential area, with a mix of social housing, private rental accommodation, and owner-occupied properties including terraced housing, flats, and bungalows.

The postcode has a modern feel, with many urban features, such as local retail outlets, restaurants, food markets, friendly pubs and cafes. It is diverse in its range of shops and businesses, with independent stores and established high street names present.

The area is well connected, with several bus routes servicing the postcode area, as well as several train stations, and easy access to the M6 motorway from the area's main roads. The city centre is approximately three miles away from the postcode area, and the Birmingham Airport is a much shorter journey.

Education in the area includes a range of primary and secondary schools, as well as being in close proximity to the University of Birmingham and other further education institutions. Health provisions in the area are extensive, with a number of medical centres, dental practices, and pharmacies servicing the needs of the community. Additionally, community leisure centres, parks, and football pitches offer a range of recreational activities for people of all ages.

Crime levels in the B10 postcode are relatively low in comparison with other local areas, although there has been an increase in anti-social behaviour in recent years. The area is generally welcoming and friendly, although caution should be exercised when visiting after dark.

In some sections, the postcode area is largely residential and therefore known to be quite quiet during the day, while others have a vibrant atmosphere that gives the area a bustling vibe. Further, the postcode area has good transport links, allowing easy access both into and out of the city, making it a popular choice for burgeoning families or young professionals.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 58%WORKING
  • 42%UNEMPLOYED

42% of people in B10 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 8%AB
  • 37%C2/C2
  • 54%DE

According to census records, 8% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 12%WHITE
  • 88%NON-WHITE

12% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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B10West Midlands

West Midlands

The county of West Midlands

B10 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.

West Midlands Postal Town Map
Outward CodeB10
Postal TownBirmingham
MSOA NameBirmingham 071
LSOA NameBirmingham 071B
CountyWest Midlands
RegionWest Midlands
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

B10 Electoral Wards

The postal region of B10, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Bordesley Green
Little Bromwich
Small Heath
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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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