2021 Census
According to the 2021 Population Census estimate there are 1,144,900 people living in Birmingham. This is an increase of 6.7% (71,900) compared with the 2011 Census. This is moderately higher than the rate seen in England (6.6%).
Commentary
Profiles
2021 Census profile for Birmingham
2021 Census profile for East Birmingham
2021 Census profile for wards in Birmingham
2021 Census profile for Birmingham Ring (City Centre)
2021 Census Profile for Our Future City
Population
The 2021 population tool shows a comparison between 2011 and 2021 Birmingham population pyramids, as well as comparison between Birmingham, core cities and other metropolitan districts.
Below you will find Census 2021 topic summaries for Birmingham, compared with national, regional, constituency and ward results. The ward results are ONS, however the constituency results have been calculated by BCC.
Demography and migration
Ethnic group
Ethnic groups in Birmingham, including detailed groups
Religion, including detailed groups
Proficiency in English language
Household language, included detailed languages
Housing
Bedrooms and bedroom occupancy
Page last updated: 30 June 2023
