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Birmingham Birmingham is located in the West Midlands county of England and often described as the United Kingdoms Second City. With a population of just over one million people, Birmingham is a culturally diverse city and the fourth most visited by foreign visitors in the UK. Well known for its prominence in the industrial revolution of Britain, the Birmingham economy of today relies mainly on the services sector with tourism and retail forming other major industries. Birmingham boasts numerous family attractions, a buzzing nightlife, and great cultural venues and was voted 'Curry Capital of Britain' in 2005. Brum's curry houses made the 'Balti' famous. This delicious Kashmiri curry is cooked and served in a wide metal bowl.
Thanks to the enlightened civic work of the Quakers, Birmingham is also one of the UK's greenest cities. Wander the parks; follow the Tolkien Trail highlighting JRR Tolkien's extensive links with a region whose scenery and landmarks provided inspiration for The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Or visit nearby Warwick Castle where the region's medieval heritage is on display.
Over the past 20 years, Birmingham has cornered the exhibition and conference market and is a big business travel destination thanks to the packed calendar of the NEC (National Exhibition Centre) and the ICC (International Convention Centre).
The New Birmingham Bull Ring Shopping Centre is a world apart from the old Bull Ring. It was built at a cost of £800 million and houses some of Britain's best known retailers. Birmingham can already claim to be the UK's third most popular retail destination. There are numerous retail parks already in existence such as the Merry Hill Complex and other smaller yet significant shopping parks. The Bull Ring is the largest retail regeneration project in Europe.
Regeneration around the Bull Ring continues. The area of Digbeth has been marked for more improvements and Moor Street Station is due to be connected to the rail network once again. It is currently undergoing restoration. More information can be found at www.bullring.co.uk
Climate information
The period between October and February is the rainiest, but temperatures remain above freezing even in January. April showers can hit early spring but the summer months from May to August, are relatively warm at Unless there's a heat-wave, conditioning is not a necessity.
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Monthly averages °C |
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January |
Avg Low: 3° |
Avg High: 7° |
Avg precip: 6.78 cm |
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February |
Avg Low: 3° |
Avg High: 8° |
Avg precip: 4.68 cm |
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March |
Avg Low: 4° |
Avg High: 10° |
Avg precip: 4.39 cm |
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April |
Avg Low: 5° |
Avg High: 13° |
Avg precip: 6.46 cm |
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May |
Avg Low: 8° |
Avg High: 17° |
Avg precip: 4.06 cm |
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June |
Avg Low: 10° |
Avg High: 19° |
Avg precip: 6.2 cm |
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July |
Avg Low: 12° |
Avg High: 21° |
Avg precip: 4.48 cm |
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August |
Avg Low: 12° |
Avg High: 22° |
Avg precip: 6.53 cm |
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September |
Avg Low: 11° |
Avg High: 19° |
Avg precip: 6.46 cm |
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October |
Avg Low: 8° |
Avg High: 14° |
Avg precip: 12.1 cm |
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November |
Avg Low: 5° |
Avg High: 10° |
Avg precip: 7.02 cm |
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December |
Avg Low: 3° |
Avg High: 7° |
Avg precip: 7.06 cm |
Birmingham Property Market
The Birmingham property market has experienced growth over the past five years and the rental market is considered to be quite strong. High-rise flats are plentiful in the city and make up a fair percentage of the housing. Share apartments are in abundance due to the large student population.
Council tax
The average council tax charges for April 2008 to March 2009 are listed below, based on a household of two adults. The tax bands are based on the value of your property in 1991.
The average council tax per household in Birmingham council is £882.99.
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Tax band |
Birmingham |
Average |
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Band A |
£808.81 |
£915.97 |
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Band B |
£943.61 |
£1,068.63 |
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Band C |
£1,078.41 |
£1,221.29 |
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Band D |
£1,213.21 |
£1,373.95 |
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Band E |
£1,482.81 |
£1,679.27 |
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Band F |
£1,752.41 |
£1,984.59 |
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Band G |
£2,022.02 |
£2,289.92 |
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Band H |
£2,426.42 |
£2,747.90 |
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Transport information
Birminghams public transport system includes railway, buses and canal systems. Birmingham International Airport is the UK's sixth largest airport and is located 5.5 miles south east of the City.
National
For national fare and timetable information call the National Rail Enquiry 24-hour hotline
Tel: 0845 748 4950
Website: http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
Information on New Street Station Development
For all the latest details and progress reports of the proposed New Street Station Development see the New Street Station page.
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