282,781TOTAL POPULATION
107,598HOUSEHOLDS
8.7%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£23,920AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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B2 POSTCODE REGION

Birmingham (B2)

The B2 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 859 individual postcodes.

There are 1 electoral wards in the B2 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, 32% of people in B2 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 B2 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 B2 postcode is located in the Birmingham area in the West Midlands in the UK. It includes several areas within the district such as Bearwood, Balsall Heath, the Jewellery Quarter and Chinatown. It is one of the oldest districts in Birmingham and has a rich industrial history due to its hub of metalworking and manufacturing factories.

The district encompasses the Jewellery Quarter with its many jeweller's shops, workshops, warehouses and residential areas. It is also home to the Birmingham Chinese Quarter, a vibrant and diverse area with vibrant Chinatown streets, Asian eateries and businesses.

Further north is the Bearwood area with its mix of small and independent businesses, residential areas, schools and leisure parks. It also has its own centre from where arts, sports and leisure activities are organised as well as Bearwood market which is a major local attraction for both locals and visitors alike.

The district also features some of the city's excellent architectural buildings such as the Exchange Arcade, St Philip's Cathedral, Holy Trinity Church and St Paul's Church.

The B2 postcode district is also known for its independent music scenes and performing arts venues. It has live music and theatre venues, as well as independent galleries and exhibition spaces.

Residents living in the area benefit from a range of amenities such as good transport links and access to local parks. Other attractions include many restaurants, bars, cafes, nightclubs and supermarkets as well as parks and gardens.

TheB2 postcode district is an exciting and vibrant part of Birmingham with lots of culture, history and entertainment to offer for both locals and visitors to the area.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 63%WORKING
  • 37%UNEMPLOYED

37% of people in B2 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 32%AB
  • 47%C2/C2
  • 21%DE

According to census records, 32% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 30%WHITE
  • 70%NON-WHITE

30% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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B2West Midlands

West Midlands

The county of West Midlands

B2 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 CodeB2
Postal TownBirmingham
MSOA NameBirmingham 050
LSOA NameBirmingham 050A
CountyWest Midlands
RegionWest Midlands
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

B2 Electoral Wards

The postal region of B2, 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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