Labour Market Profile Birmingham



The city of Birmingham, often referred to as the heart of England, boasts a diverse and dynamic labour market. As a Birmingham-based recruitment company, we understand the importance of staying informed about the local job market. In this blog, we’ll delve into the labour market profile of Birmingham using official census and labour market statistics from April 2022 to March 2023. Let’s explore key insights into employment, occupations, earnings, and industry sectors that shape Birmingham’s workforce.



Economic Activity and Employment



Birmingham is a bustling hub of economic activity, with 71.0% of its population being economically active. This figure, though slightly lower than the entirety of the West Midlands (77.5%) and then Great Britain as a whole (78.4%), still showcases the city’s active workforce.



In terms of employment, Birmingham stands at 65.6%, which is again slightly below the regional (73.6%) and national (75.5%) averages. Of those employed, 57.5% are employees, while 7.7% are self-employed. Unemployment in Birmingham, at 7.8%, is higher than the regional (4.8%) and national (3.6%) averages.