birmingham B98 Postcodes
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Birmingham (B98)
The B98 postcode area is located in the Birmingham postcode town region, within the county of Worcestershire, and contains a total of 1118 individual postcodes.
There are 25 electoral wards in the B98 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 Redditch Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 16% of people in B98 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 B98 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
B98 is a postcode district located in Birmingham, England. It covers the southernmost parts of the city, mainly Solihull, Henley-in-Arden, and areas close to its border with Warwickshire.
The B98 postcode district covers the residential areas of Balsall Common, Berkswell, Corley, Hockley Heath, Hampton-in-Arden, Henley-in-Arden, Lapworth, Meriden, Shustoke, and Widney Manor. The area consists primarily of detached, semi-detached and terraced housing, with a few areas of commercial development. The area has excellent transport links with M42, M40, M6 and M5 all nearby, and is roughly equidistant from the cities of Birmingham, Coventry and Stratford-upon-Avon.
B98 is renowned for its award-winning schools, including Solihull School, King's High Warwick, Warwickshire College, and Joseph Chamberlain College. It is also rich in natural sights such as the Heart of England Way, Berkswell Country Park, and Earlswood Lakes, and contains a range of activities, such as golf courses, country parks, and a roller skate park.
Henley-in-Arden is the cultural and commercial hub of the B98 postcode district. Its high street is full of independent retailers, including traditional pubs, restaurants, cafes, and delicatessens. There is also a historic market square as well as a farmers' market in summer.
The area has long been an attractive choice for industry: from jewellers to florists, IT specialists to health practitioners. B98's largest employer is the National Grid, an energy provider located in Hockley Heath.
Despite being a largely rural area, B98 has excellent public transport links. Local bus services now run all the way to Birmingham International Airport and Coventry. There is also a nearby train line, with direct services to London Euston and Coventry.
B98 is a great area to live, work, and enjoy life. It offers something for everyone, from the abundance of independent retailers, to the amazing natural attractions, to the convenient transport links. It is easy to see why B98 has consistently been a popular place to live and visit.
Demographics
Worcestershire
B98 is located in the county of Worcestershire, in England.
Worcestershire has a total population of 583,100, making it the 38th largest county in the UK.
Worcestershire has a total area of 670 square miles, and a population density of 334 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | B98 |
| Postal Town | Birmingham |
| MSOA Name | Redditch 009 |
| LSOA Name | Redditch 009C |
| County | Worcestershire |
| Region | Worcestershire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Redditch |
| Area Classification | Urban with City and Town |
B98 Electoral Wards
The postal region of B98, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Saturday, April 6, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 16% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.