Within this ethnic group, White British was the largest, with 45.1 million people (80.5 per cent), followed by Any Other White1 with 2.5 million people (4.4 per cent). Indian was the next largest ethnic group with 1.4 million people (2.5 per cent) followed by Pakistani (2.0 per cent).

What are the major ethnic groups in the UK?

The most recent Census in 2011 highlights that in England and Wales, 80 per cent of the population were white British. Asian (Pakistani, Indian, Bangladeshi, other) groups made up 6.8 per cent of the population; black groups 3.4 per cent; Chinese groups 0.7 cent,Arab groups 0.4 per cent and other groups 0.6 per cent.

What percentage of the UK is black?

three percent Varied ethnic backgrounds Black British citizens, with African and/or African-Caribbean ancestry, are the largest ethnic minority population, at three percent of the total population. Indian Britons are one of the largest overseas communities of the Indian diaspora and make up 2.3 percent of the total UK population.

What is my nationality if I was born in England?

Overview. If you or your parents were born in the UK, you might automatically be a British citizen. Check if youre a British citizen based on whether you were: born in the UK or a British colony before 1 January 1983.

Can my child become a UK citizen?

If you want to get British citizenship for your child, you can apply to register them as a British citizen. Your child needs British citizenship before they can get a UK passport. If your child is over 18 years old, theyll need to apply as an adult - check citizenship eligibility for adults.