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Birmingham is a city in the West Midlands with the highest population and the largest economy in the UK outside London. Today it is a major financial and cultural centre with ambitions to become one of the most liveable cities in the world within 20 years.

Birmingham is considered one of the best locations in the UK for business with an abundance of high quality commercial office space. It is also a major shopping destination with the Bullring being the busiest retail commercial property development in the country.

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Property categories in Birmingham

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Birmingham Information

History of Birmingham

The history of Birmingham as a settlement can be traced back to Anglo-Saxon times although the development of the town didn't really begin until the Middle Ages. As a result of abundant supplies of coal and iron ore, metalwork began as early as the 16th century and over the next 100 years Birmingham became an important manufacturing town.

During the Industrial Revolution, Birmingham rose to national prominence. However, unlike towns and cities in the North of England where mills and factories dominated the economy, in Birmingham small scale industrial commercial properties flourished. For a century these workshops manufactured more patented goods that those of any other city.

By the 1830s, canals and railways had arrived in Birmingham and the population grew rapidly. During the Victorian era Birmingham enjoyed a building boom and, along with civic buildings and churches, commercial property in the city expanded. Besides factories and offices, many hotels and retail commercial properties were developed as Birmingham continued to grow. Finally, in1889 Birmingham was granted city status.

Throughout the first half of the 20th century, Birmingham remained one of the foremost manufacturing centres in the UK, making a major contribution to the national economy. At the outbreak of World War 2 many of the city's industrial commercial properties switched to war production. As a result, between 1940 and 1943, Birmingham became a target for heavy bombing. The casualties were huge. In total over 2,000 people were killed during bombing raids and thousands more seriously injured.

In addition, many residential and commercial properties were damaged or destroyed. These include the original Bullring which remained disused until it was redeveloped along with much of the city centre in the 1960s. This redevelopment included the Rotunda, a cylindrical office tower that now enjoys iconic status. Many high rise office blocks emerged alongside the Rotunda including the Alpha Tower which remains Birmingham's tallest commercial property. However, much of the redevelopment was unpopular and earned Birmingham a reputation as a concrete jungle. During the 1970s the city's economy, which now relied heavily on the motor industry, went into decline. By the 1980s, as manufacturing collapsed, many industrial commercial properties closed and unemployment in Birmingham rocketed.

Subsequently, in common with other post-industrial cities, Birmingham has been forced to reinvent itself. A further period of regeneration began in the 1990s including numerous retail commercial properties and developments such as Brindleyplace which incorporates offices and mixed use buildings. The current Big City Plan is a 20 year vision that includes the £600 million redevelopment of New Street Station and the creation of a city centre park. It is hoped the results will make Birmingham one of the 21st century's most desirable locations to live and work.

Birmingham Demography

Birmingham has the second highest population in the UK after London. The most recent estimates put the figure at over one million. The city has a long history of multiculturalism and this is reflected in a breakdown of the demography.

This shows that one third of the population is from an ethnic group other than White British. The largest of these minority groups is Pakistani followed by Indian and Black Caribbean. The statistics also show that Birmingham is a youthful city, having more children than pensioners among the population.

Birmingham Economy

Despite Birmingham's history, manufacturing now accounts for just 10% of the city's economy. This is now dominated by services, particularly the banking and finance sector which is a major employer.

Birmingham's economy also benefits from trade brought to the city by the International Convention Centre and the National Exhibition Centre. In addition a large student population and retail make a significant contribution. Birmingham's retail commercial properties include many of the largest department stores outside London and many attractive new developments.

Education in Birmingham

Birmingham is a significant education centre having the second highest student population in the UK. It's Primary and Secondary schools are administered by the biggest Local Education Authority (LEA) in England.

Further and Higher Education in Birmingham

Birmingham has three universities - The University of Birmingham, Aston University and Birmingham City University –which together have around 65,000 students.

Secondary and Primary School Education in Birmingham

There are over 300 Primary schools and over 70 Secondary schools within the LEA area. In addition there are a number of Independent schools. Two of the best known of these are the 16th century King Edward's School and Edgbaston High School for Girls.

Birmingham Government

Local government is administered by Birmingham City Council, the biggest local authority in the UK. At national level the city is represented by 10 MPs.

Birmingham Geography

Birmingham lies at the heart of the West Midlands and is part of an urban conurbation which includes the towns of the Black Country. The city is within easy commuting distance of neighbouring Staffordshire, Warwickshire and Worcestershire.

Boroughs of Birmingham

The West Midlands is divided into 7 Metropolitan Boroughs. Alongside Birmingham the others are; Coventry, Dudley, Sandwell, Solihull, Walsall and Wolverhampton.

Birmingham Climate

Like the rest of the UK, Birmingham has a temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters. Due to its elevation it experiences more winter snow than most cities while, on the other hand, summer heatwaves are not uncommon today.

Transport in Birmingham

Given its Midland location, Birmingham is a major rail hub and is well served by the motorway network. This makes the area an ideal location for warehousing and distribution commercial properties.

Local Travel in Birmingham

You can travel around Birmingham and the surrounding districts by bus, train and the Metro light rail link.

National and International Travel in Birmingham

Birmingham's main rail station New Street is the busiest in the UK, serving over 40 million passengers a year. National Express has its coach depot at Digbeth and Birmingham Airport has flights to national and international destinations.

Birmingham Sport

Birmingham is home to two of the UK's oldest football clubs, Aston Villa and Birmingham City. Warwickshire County Cricket Club plays at Edgbaston which also stages Test Matches and one day events. Birmingham also has a first class golf course, the Belfry, which regularly hosts major championships. The Alexander Stadium at Perry Barr is the HQ of UK Athletics

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Birmingham Culture and Attractions

Birmingham is a major cultural centre and offers attractions to cater for all interests and tastes.

Retail in Birmingham

Birmingham is one of the leading shopping destinations in the UK. Among its outstanding retail commercial properties are branches of Harvey Nichols, Selfridges and House of Fraser. In addition there are numerous established and recently developed shopping centres. These include the Mailbox, the Pallisades and, of course, the Bullring.

The city's famous Jewellery Quarter is a favourite destination of tourists and shoppers. Over 40% of all jewellery made in the UK originates from commercial properties in the district which is also known for its galleries, restaurants and bars.

Birmingham Entertainment

Birmingham has a vibrant and thriving entertainment scene offering great bars, restaurants and other commercial properties showcasing all types of entertainments. Birmingham is also home to the famous Balti Triangle.

Birmingham Media and Film

Birmingham has two daily newspapers, the Post and the Mail, and a weekly the Sunday Mercury. The BBC has its regional base in the commercial property the Mailbox in the city centre. Central TV is also based in the city.

Birmingham has numerous cinemas. These include the largest cinema screen in the Wet Midlands which can be found in the mixed use commercial property development Millennium Point.

Birmingham Music

Major pop music shows are frequently held at the LG Arena. Other large scale venues include the National Indoor Arena and the O2 Academy. Birmingham also hosts the annual Party in the Park attracting around 30,000 fans a year. The City also has numerous smaller venues and clubs catering for all genres and tastes.

For those with more highbrow tastes The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra - founded in 1920, by locally born future Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain - is based at Symphony Hall. For opera aficionados, The Birmingham Opera Company has a reputation for avant-garde and innovative productions. These often take place in unexpected venues like abandoned warehouses and other vacant commercial properties.

Theatres in Birmingham

Birmingham has theatre venues across the city. These include the Birmingham Repertory theatre and the Birmingham Hippodrome. Birmingham Royal Ballet, based at the latter, is the only major UK company based outside London.

Birmingham Museums

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery has an outstanding collection. This includes Old Masters and an important collection of Pre-Raphaelite paintings featuring the work of locally born 19th century artist Edward Burne-Jones. The Barber Institute of Art houses another first-class historical collection while a number of smaller venues including the excellent Ikon Gallery, cater for contemporary tastes. Other Birmingham museums include the science museum Thinktank featuring an IMAX cinema and a planetarium.


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