Oscott (ward) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Oscott |
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 Oscott
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| Population | 24,615 (2011 Ward) |
| • Density | 33.4 per ha |
| OS grid reference | SP100944 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | BIRMINGHAM |
| Postcode district | B44 |
| Dialling code | 0121 |
| Police | West Midlands |
| Fire | West Midlands |
| Ambulance | West Midlands |
| EU Parliament | West Midlands |
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Oscott is a lively area located in the northwest part of Birmingham, England. Think of it as a special district or neighborhood within the bigger city, part of the Perry Barr area.
The main part of Oscott is known as Old Oscott. It's important not to mix it up with New Oscott, which is a different place nearby! In Oscott, you can find interesting spots like the former Booths Farm sand quarry, the Aldridge Road Recreation Ground, and the Kingstanding Circle. This area shares borders with the Metropolitan Borough of Walsall and other neighborhoods like Perry Beeches and Queslett. Some parts of Oscott are also considered to be within Great Barr.
If you need to borrow a book or study, the closest library for people living in Oscott is the Kingstanding Library.
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History of Oscott
Oscott wasn't always a busy neighborhood! Long ago, before the 1930s and 1940s, it was mostly quiet farmland. Imagine fields and open spaces instead of houses. Then, during those decades, many new homes were built, turning it into the housing estate you see today.
Important People in Oscott's History
- Keith Linnecor was a very important person for Oscott. He was a Labour Councillor, which means he was an elected representative who worked to improve the area for 25 years! He sadly passed away in 2020.
Who Lives in Oscott?
According to a count of the population in 2001, there were 24,073 people living in Oscott. A small number of people, about 9.4% (which is 2,273 people), were from different ethnic backgrounds. This percentage is lower than the average for all of Birmingham, where about 29.6% of people are from different ethnic groups.
Making Oscott Better: The Local Action Plan
From 2004 to 2005, there was a special project called the Oscott Ward Local Action Plan. This was a local effort to make life better for everyone in the area. Money from something called the Neighbourhood Renewal Fund helped to pay for it.
What the Plan Tackled
Local residents shared their concerns, and the plan aimed to fix problems like:
- Vandalism: This is when people damage property on purpose.
- Anti-social behaviour: This means actions that disturb or harm other people in the community.
- Cleanliness: Making sure the area was tidy and free of litter.
By working together, the plan helped to make Oscott a nicer and safer place to live for everyone.
