The city
Arena Central’s position in the heart of Birmingham ensures that it is at the very centre of one of the UK’s most thriving regional cities.
The city
Arena Central’s position in the heart of Birmingham ensures that it is at the very centre of one of the UK’s most thriving regional cities.
Innovation & support networks
– 5 universities, 6 business parks and related initiatives.
– A city centre Enterprise Zone comprised of 39 sites across the city.
– A number of Business Improvement Districts and support organisations.
Location & connections
90% of UK businesses and consumers are located within four hours travel time of Birmingham which is exceptionally well served by rail (direct services to London and the South West, the West Midlands, Scotland, the North West and Yorkshire), road (M6, M5, M42 and M40, which provide access to the North West, South West, East Midlands and South East) and air (Birmingham International Airport).
Innovation & support networks
– 5 universities, 6 business parks and related initiatives.
– A city centre Enterprise Zone comprised of 39 sites across the city.
– A number of Business Improvement Districts and support organisations.
Location & connections
90% of UK businesses and consumers are located within four hours travel time of Birmingham which is exceptionally well served by rail (direct services to London and the South West, the West Midlands, Scotland, the North West and Yorkshire), road (M6, M5, M42 and M40, which provide access to the North West, South West, East Midlands and South East) and air (Birmingham International Airport).
Population
The population is notably younger (37.5% aged under 25) and more diverse (53.1% White British with the Pakistani (13.5%), Indian (6%) and Black Caribbean (4.4%) population making up a significant proportion of the remainder) than national averages.
Regional Collaboration
Birmingham City Council is part of the West Midlands Combined Authority and a partner in the West Midlands Local Industrial Strategy (LIS). The LIS sets out the key growth sectors for the region including; mobility and automotive; health and life sciences; and business and professional services and the approach and investments that will be made to catalyse this growth.
Population
The population is notably younger (37.5% aged under 25) and more diverse (53.1% White British with the Pakistani (13.5%), Indian (6%) and Black Caribbean (4.4%) population making up a significant proportion of the remainder) than national averages.
Regional Collaboration
Birmingham City Council is part of the West Midlands Combined Authority and a partner in the West Midlands Local Industrial Strategy (LIS). The LIS sets out the key growth sectors for the region including; mobility and automotive; health and life sciences; and business and professional services and the approach and investments that will be made to catalyse this growth.
Connections
Birmingham is one of the most accessible and best-connected cities in the UK with 5.1 million people living within a one-hour travel time of Birmingham city centre.
Connections
Birmingham is one of the most accessible and best-connected cities in the UK with 5.1 million people living within a one-hour travel time of Birmingham city centre.
By rail
From its three railway stations – New Street, Moor Street and Snow Hill – passengers can travel to a variety of key destinations, with the journey to central London taking just over an hour and Manchester just 45 minutes away.
The busiest commuter railway station outside of London, Birmingham New Street has recently undergone a significant refurbishment to ensure that it is fit to handle the 140,000 passengers that use the station every day.
The terminus of the first phase of the proposed HS2 high speed rail line – which will boost capacity and reduce journey times between London and Birmingham – is due to be delivered in the city’s East Side, where a brand new transport hub will be created at Curzon Street.
By rail
From its three railway stations – New Street, Moor Street and Snow Hill – passengers can travel to a variety of key destinations, with the journey to central London taking just over an hour and Manchester just 45 minutes away.
The busiest commuter railway station outside of London, Birmingham New Street has recently undergone a significant refurbishment to ensure that it is fit to handle the 140,000 passengers that use the station every day.
The terminus of the first phase of the proposed HS2 high speed rail line – which will boost capacity and reduce journey times between London and Birmingham – is due to be delivered in the city’s East Side, where a brand new transport hub will be created at Curzon Street.
By road
Birmingham’s central location places it at the heart of the M1, M6 and M42 motorways, with the A38M creating direct connections to the national road network from the very heart of the city.
By road
Birmingham’s central location places it at the heart of the M1, M6 and M42 motorways, with the A38M creating direct connections to the national road network from the very heart of the city.
By tram
The Midland Metro tram service – which runs from Wolverhampton to Snow Hill station – runs through through the centre of Birmingham, past New Street Station, to Arena Central and Centenary Square and then out to Edgbaston.
An additional track branches off from the city centre, heading through East Side and connecting with the HS2 terminus and then on into Digbeth.
By tram
The Midland Metro tram service – which runs from Wolverhampton to Snow Hill station – runs through through the centre of Birmingham, past New Street Station, to Arena Central and Centenary Square and then out to Edgbaston.
An additional track branches off from the city centre, heading through East Side and connecting with the HS2 terminus and then on into Digbeth.
By air
Birmingham Airport is located just 10km from Arena Central – Connected by rail, road and bus, in 10 minutes, you can find yourself right in the centre of things. The quickest way to the city centre is by train from Birmingham International. The Airport’s terminal is connected by a free and rapid monorail link, enabling you to go from plane to train in no time.
By air
Birmingham Airport is located just 10km from Arena Central – Connected by rail, road and bus, in 10 minutes, you can find yourself right in the centre of things. The quickest way to the city centre is by train from Birmingham International. The Airport’s terminal is connected by a free and rapid monorail link, enabling you to go from plane to train in no time.
Take a moment, get in touch
Will Ventham
Jonathan Carmalt
A development by Kier Property
Take a moment, get in touch
Will Ventham
Jonathan Carmalt
A development by Kier Property
