The area is served by the Sparkhill Library that has, with its distinctive clock tower, developed into a local landmark.

It is one of the earliest examples of double glazing windows in a public building.

Also in the area is St Christopher's Church, Springfield.

It is represented on Birmingham City Council by three Labour councillors.

National Express West Midlands operates the numbers 2, 3, 5, 6, and 31 bus routes, to and from Birmingham city centre.