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Turkmen Community in Birmingham

Birmingham's Turkmen community is very small, but it brings the traditions of one of Central Asia's most distinctive cultures to the city.

28 January 2026 · Source: Office for National Statistics, Census 2021

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Iranian Community in Birmingham

Birmingham's Iranian community is one of the most highly qualified in the city, and its doctors, engineers and academics make a remarkable contribution to Birmingham life.

23 January 2026 · Source: Office for National Statistics, Census 2021

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Iraqi Community in Birmingham

The Iraqi community in Birmingham is diverse and well established, and is especially known for its contribution to medicine and the professions.

19 January 2026 · Source: Office for National Statistics, Census 2021

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Syrian Community in Birmingham

Birmingham's Syrian community has grown over the past decade, and its families have become known for their resilience, their enterprise and some of the best bakeries and restaurants in the city.

14 January 2026 · Source: Office for National Statistics, Census 2021

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Lebanese Community in Birmingham

The Lebanese community in Birmingham is small but welcoming, and its food and famous hospitality have made Lebanese culture a favourite in the city.

9 January 2026 · Source: Office for National Statistics, Census 2021

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Palestinian Community in Birmingham

Birmingham's Palestinian community is small but close, and it keeps a rich heritage of food, craft and hospitality alive in the city.

4 January 2026 · Source: Office for National Statistics, Census 2021

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Jordanian Community in Birmingham

The Jordanian community in Birmingham is small, and its professionals and students bring the warmth of Jordanian hospitality to the city.

30 December 2025 · Source: Office for National Statistics, Census 2021

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Israeli Community in Birmingham

The Israeli community in Birmingham is small, and includes academics, professionals, students and families who have chosen to live and work in the city.

25 December 2025 · Source: Office for National Statistics, Census 2021

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Saudi Arabian Community in Birmingham

Birmingham's Saudi Arabian community is including many students and their families who come to study at the city's universities and form friendships that last a lifetime.

20 December 2025 · Source: Office for National Statistics, Census 2021

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Birmingham marks ten years as a City of Sanctuary

A celebration at the Council House honoured refugees, volunteers and a decade of welcome.

18 December 2025 · Source: Birmingham City Council