Birmingham, United Kingdom: innovation profile

Birmingham is number 627 in the 311 Innovation Cities Index, with an innovation score of 7. It is home to 3 R&D labs, 2 startups and 1 of the world's largest companies in the 311 Institute directories.

Part of the 311 Innovation Cities Index (311institute.com). Last updated 7 October 2026.

Largest companies

• Mitchells & Butlers plc (#1587)

Startups

• Purple Transform
• Pyrogenesys

R&D labs

Innovate UK, National Institute for Health and Care Research, National Institute for Health and Care Research.