King's Heath West Midlands Map

About King's Heath

King's Heath, a vibrant suburban expanse, hums with a distinctive energy beneath the broad West Midlands sky. It lies 5.2 km south of Birmingham (from Birmingham: bearing 173°T, OS grid SP 073 816), and is situated north-north-west of Hollywood village. The broad avenue of Alcester Road, the area's main artery, catches the afternoon sun, its pavements a thoroughfare where the scent of coffee mingles with the murmur of everyday life. Along its edges, Victorian and Edwardian architecture stands in proud rows, their bay windows reflecting the changing light like polished jewels. King's Heath's character is etched not in ancient stones but in the lively pulse of its independent shops and the welcoming glow of its public houses. The King's Heath Market, when it unfolds, brings a temporary carnival of colour and sound, a testament to the community's enduring spirit.

About This King's Heath Map Page

Explore King's Heath, West Midlands, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 52.432438, -1.893615. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.