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Lozells is a loosely defined inner-city area in WestBirmingham,England. It is centred on Lozells Road, and is known for its multi-racial population. It is part of theward ofLozells and East Handsworth and lies between the districts ofHandsworth andAston.
Lozells has a high population density compared to East Handsworth. It is a very ethnically diverse area with a high population of people of Afro-Caribbean, Bangladeshi andPakistani origin. Housing in Lozells consists mainly of terraced houses, which were constructed during theIndustrial Revolution when the area became industrialised and the workers required housing. The housing is a mix of private and council housing, with some newerpost-war tower-blocks and estates.
Lozells Road was the scene ofrioting from 9–11 September 1985, with shops, houses and vehicles being burnt, and looting also taking place. Racial tension, high unemployment and hostility towards the police were seen as major factors of the rioting.[1]Further riots on the night of the 22 October 2005 left two men dead and apolice officer shot and wounded. These riots were started by an unsubstantiated rumour, broadcast on a pirate radio station, of a girl being raped. Four men were later jailed for their part in the riots.[2]
The formerRoyal Oak pub on Lozells Road, now a shop, has a doorway with a carving of a 'royal oak' by the sculptorWilliam Bloye.
Local churches include:
Schools in the area include Lozells Primary School,Holte School, Mayfield Special School, Anglesey Primary School and Heathfield Primary School.
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