According to an analysis of the 2011 Census Origin and Destination data, 166,272 people commute into Birmingham for work. This significant number highlights Birmingham's role as a major employment hub in the West Midlands.
Key Commuting Statistics (2011 Census)
The data provides a clear picture of the commuting patterns into Birmingham:
| Statistic | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| People Commuting into Birmingham | 166,272 | The total number of individuals who travel into the city for employment. |
| Percentage of City's Workforce | 36.4% | This figure represents the proportion of Birmingham's total workforce that commutes in from outside the city. |
This means that over a third of the people employed within Birmingham travel from other areas, underscoring the city's strong economic pull and its extensive travel-to-work area. The insights from such analyses are crucial for urban planning, infrastructure development, and understanding regional economic dynamics.
For more detailed information on commuting and migration trends affecting the city, resources from the Birmingham City Council provide comprehensive analyses based on census data.
