birmingham B44 Postcodes
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Birmingham (B44)
The B44 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 793 individual postcodes.
There are 2 electoral wards in the B44 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 B44 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 B44 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
B44 is a postcode in the Birmingham district of England, covering the areas of Shard End, Castle Vale and Chelmsley Wood.
Shard End is a residential area which is located to the south-east of Birmingham city centre. There are multiple amenities in the area including Bartley Green Golf Club, a leisure centre, retail park and several schools. The area has experienced development over the years, and multiple businesses have been established in the area since the 1990s.
Castle Vale is located in the north-west of Birmingham and is a popular commuter area. The area was formerly a housing estate, but since the early 2000s, there has been extensive development and investment in the area, including the addition of numerous leisure centres and parks. This redevelopment project included the expansion of bike paths, providing pedestrians and cyclists with an opportunity to get around safely.
Chelmsley Wood is located in the south-west of Birmingham, and is a popular residential area. The area is home to the Birmingham Safari Park and Tile Cross Nature Reserve which are both great attractions in the B44 postcode region. In addition, there is a large retail park where many stores can be found.
Since the early 2000s, the area has seen an influx of immigrants, resulting in the area becoming renowned for its multiculturalism and diversity. There are multiple churches, mosques and temples in the area, and the local restaurants serve a variety of cuisines.
TheB44 postcode has a lot to offer, including great transport links, entertainment and leisure opportunities, and an attractive housing market. This has resulted in it becoming an increasingly popular area to live in for both commuters and families alike.
Demographics
West Midlands
B44 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 | B44 |
| Postal Town | Birmingham |
| MSOA Name | Birmingham 014 |
| LSOA Name | Birmingham 014B |
| County | West Midlands |
| Region | West Midlands |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
B44 Electoral Wards
The postal region of B44, 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, 11% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.