44,391TOTAL POPULATION
12,602HOUSEHOLDS
23.9%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£22,880AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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B11 POSTCODE REGION

Birmingham (B11)

The B11 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 1020 individual postcodes.

There are 6 electoral wards in the B11 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, 11% of people in B11 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 B11 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The B11 postcode is located in the Birmingham district of England. It covers the areas of Sparkbrook, Bordesley Green, Small Heath and Balsall Heath. The B11 postcode was introduced in 1864 and consists of the B prefix and 11 sector.

Sparkbrook is known for its large Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing, its many independent shops, and its diverse cultural mix. The area is a vibrant multicultural hub, filled with restaurants, markets, and local places of worship.

Bordesley Green is located close to the city centre and is well-connected to many other parts of Birmingham, including its shopping and leisure quarters. The area is a thriving hub of people from diverse backgrounds. It is home to many independent businesses and places of worship, and features a mix of terraced, renovated townhouses and newer developments.

Small Heath is conveniently located near Birmingham city centre, and is well-connected to most other parts of the city. It is a diverse residential area, with a mix of terraced housing and newer developments.

Balsall Heath has a similar feel to its neighbour Sparkbrook, featuring an array of independent businesses, cultural venues and food spots. It has a vibrant and diverse community, and is well-connected to the city centre.

The B11 postcode also includes the Birmingham City University campus, located in Bordesley Green. The university is a leading provider of higher education and offers a range of courses in a variety of subject areas. It is home to the Birmingham Institute of Business, The Academy of Music and Theatre Studies, and the Birmingham Conservatoire.

The B11 postcode is a vibrant and diverse area. It features a mix of residential housing, shops, restaurants, businesses, markets, places of worship and a university campus, all contributing to creating a bustling and multicultural environment.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 63%WORKING
  • 37%UNEMPLOYED

37% of people in B11 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 11%AB
  • 41%C2/C2
  • 49%DE

According to census records, 11% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 20%WHITE
  • 80%NON-WHITE

20% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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B11West Midlands

West Midlands

The county of West Midlands

B11 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 CodeB11
Postal TownBirmingham
MSOA NameBirmingham 077
LSOA NameBirmingham 077D
CountyWest Midlands
RegionWest Midlands
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

B11 Electoral Wards

The postal region of B11, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Bordesley
Bordesley Green
Hay Mills
Little Bromwich
Small Heath
Sparkbrook
Tyseley
Browse Postcodes in B11

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Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (B) and estimated address.

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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VD, Birmingham

Saturday, October 16, 2021

Ive been mugged about 4 times My kid got ran over out of his school My friends been shot My other friends been stabbed However it's close to a train station so I can got to city centre


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