Stirchley West Midlands Map

About Stirchley

Stirchley, a vibrant suburb, hums with a quiet energy that belies its origins. It lies 6.2 km south of Birmingham (from Birmingham: bearing 185°T, OS grid SP 061 806), and is situated north of Headley Heath village. Once a landscape shaped by the potteries and later by the burgeoning industries of the industrial revolution, Stirchley retains echoes of its manufacturing past in its sturdy Victorian architecture and the enduring spirit of its people. The light here, especially on a late autumn afternoon, can cast a soft, almost sepia tone over the red brick terraces, hinting at stories held within their walls. Today, Stirchley embraces a more diverse character, a lively mix of independent shops and cafes that lend a distinct, unpretentious charm to its streets.

About This Stirchley Map Page

Explore Stirchley, 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: 52.423957, -1.911047. 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.