The proportion of people in Birmingham with a university degree or other qualifications varies enormously across the city In some neighbourhoods, nearly two thirds of adults have level 4 (degree or higher qualifications), based on responses to the 2021 Census.
Of course, it’s not entirely accurate to say that the higher the qualifications the brainier the person, as there are many factors to consider.
For example, people in certain areas may have had fewer opportunities, they may have been put off higher education by the fees or they may not have considered it as an option because neither their parents nor peers had done so.
The average age in different neighbourhoods could also have a bearing, as the proportion of people going to university has risen significantly in recent decades.
Below are the neighbourhoods within Birmingham with the highest percentage of adults, aged 16-plus, who have achieved level 4 (degree or higher) qualifications.
9. Attwood Green and Park Central
In Attwood Green and Park Central 49.7% of adults have level 4 qualifications or above. | Google Maps
10. Sutton Coldfield North and Park
In Sutton Coldfield North and Park, 49.4% of adults have level 4 qualifications or above. | Google
11. Bournville East and Stirchley West,
In Bournville East and Stirchley West, 47.1% of adults have level 4 qualifications or above. | Adobe stock Photo: Bournville
12. Brandwood North
In Brandwood North, 46.7% of adults have level 4 qualifications or above. | Google