Balsall Heath

Settlement in Worcestershire

England

Balsall Heath

Moseley Park Moseley Park was originally the grounds of Moseley Hall but was cut off by the building of Salisbury Road in the 1890s. It is now owned by local residents and sometimes used for small music festivals like this L&#039;Esprit Manouche. — Moseley Park Credit: Penny Mayes

Balsall Heath is a vibrant and diverse inner-city neighborhood located in the city of Birmingham, West Midlands, England. Despite its geographical proximity to Worcestershire, it is actually a part of Birmingham and not located within the county. Balsall Heath is situated approximately two miles southeast of Birmingham city center.

The area has a rich history, originally being a rural village before experiencing significant urbanization during the 19th century. Today, it is a densely populated residential area with a population comprising a diverse mix of ethnicities and cultures. Balsall Heath has earned a reputation for being a multicultural hub, with residents hailing from various backgrounds including Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Afro-Caribbean, and Eastern European communities.

The neighborhood is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere, bustling markets, and diverse range of shops, eateries, and businesses. The famous Moseley Road runs through the heart of Balsall Heath, offering a range of amenities including local shops, pharmacies, banks, and restaurants. Additionally, it is home to the historic Moseley Road Baths, a Grade II listed swimming pool that showcases stunning Edwardian architecture.

Balsall Heath is also known for its strong sense of community and has numerous community organizations and centers that actively work towards improving the lives of its residents. The neighborhood hosts cultural events and festivals throughout the year, celebrating the diverse heritage of its inhabitants.

Overall, Balsall Heath is a lively and culturally diverse neighborhood, offering a unique blend of history, community spirit, and ethnic diversity.

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Balsall Heath Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.456656/-1.885767 or Grid Reference SP0784. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moseley Park

Moseley Park was originally the grounds of Moseley Hall but was cut off by the building of Salisbury Road in the 1890s. It is now owned by local residents and sometimes used for small music festivals like this L'Esprit Manouche.

Penny Mayes

Sampson Road Wharf

The warehouses on the right were the limit of navigation for broad-beamed boats from the South following the widening of the Grand Union canal in the 1930s. The narrow lock on the right leads up from the extensive Birmingham Canal Navigations.

David Stowell

Bordesley

The canal used to go straight ahead here through another lock and on towards the railway viaduct in the distance. When the Birmingham Middle ring road was built in the 1990s the canal was diverted to the left with dog-leg to use a brand new lock so as to make space for the road

David Stowell

Stratford Road, Sparkbrook, Birmingham

At this point Stratford Road is also the A34. The junction with Warwick Road (the A41) is visible on the right, below a poster from the general election campaign that culminated three days previously. This area has a large Pakistani population and there are a large number of shops on Stratford Road serving that community.

Tom Pullman

The Farm

Driving through on the main road, Sparkbrook looks like one of the grottiest places in Birmingham, but it's not such a bad place to live. There are lots of quiet streets, on one of which can be found one of the city's hidden gems: The Farm, the oddly named residence of the bank-founding Lloyd family. This is the rear view.

Adrian Bailey

A busy corner in Edgbaston

Here the B4217 meets the A38 Bristol Road. Many of the opulent villas in the area have been converted to offices.

Adrian Bailey

Peacock at the Birmingham Nature Centre, Pershore Road

The Nature Centre is situated 2 miles south of Birmingham City Centre, between Cannon Hill Park and the Pershore Road, and covers over six acres. This peacock freely roams the site.

Jim Champion

The Bristol Road arrives at the Middleway

Traffic approaching the city centre on the A38 crosses the A4540 ring road.

Adrian Bailey

Tally-Ho

Seen from the Nature Centre car park.

Adrian Bailey

Birmingham Wholesale Markets (Feeding the City)

The Entrance To Birmingham Wholesale Markets Precinct

Jon Clark

Ladypool School, Stratford Road, Sparkbrook, Birmingham

This beautiful school was damaged by the F3 tornado which hit South Birmingham on the afternoon of 28th July, 2005.

Chris Hoare

The Old Crown, Deritend

Built in the 15th century, this is one of Birmingham's oldest buildings. Link

Adrian Bailey

Camp Hill Flyover

Patrick Mackie

New build detached houses on Reddings Road

The Reddings development by Bryant Homes is situated on the former home of Moseley Rugby Club. The club moved to Billesley Common after financial problems led to the sale of the site for housing.

Phil Champion

Gooch St.

Taken from outside the old pub site of the Ale Stake pub looking towards the city centre.

Carl Baker

Small Heath Bridge

Photo taken from Bolton Road of Small Heath Bridge which goes over the Small Heath Highway and the railway lines.

Carl Baker

Railway Bridge

Railway bridge over Sampson Road North.

Carl Baker

Tin Tabernacle, Greet

This is the Church of the Seventh Day Baptists in Birmingham. It is beside the Warwick Road and appears quite extensive compared with the more usual corrugated iron clad churches.

David Stowell

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Balsall Heath is located at Grid Ref: SP0784 (Lat: 52.456656, Lng: -1.885767)

Unitary Authority: Birmingham

Police Authority: West Midlands