Birmingham Office Space to Rent
Birmingham is the largest office market in the Midlands with the widest choice of flexible office buildings in the region. Desk rates range from £140 per month to £650 per month across over 40 buildings. Pricing across Birmingham has risen by 22% in 2026 with a driving factor being that demand for grade A flexible space is outstripping supply. Whilst offices in central Birmingham cost around 35% less than offices in London, offices in premium areas such as Colmore Row are commanding rates of £420 – £650 per desk per month which is still a premium when compared to cheaper areas like Digbeth that are closer to £140 – £250 per desk per month. Solihull on the outskirts of the city is home to Birmingham Business Park and a popular choice with businesses who commute via road rather than rail thanks to the motorway network and on site car parking. – Last updated
| Budget tier | Essential | Comfort | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| From (£/desk) | £140/month | £250/month | £420/month |
| To (£/desk) | £250/month | £420/month | £650/month |
| Building grade | Refurbished / value | Good quality / mid | Grade A / premium |
| Where in the area | Digbeth, Eastside, out-of-centre business parks |
Jewellery Quarter, Snow Hill, Brindleyplace |
Colmore Business District, Paradise and Chamberlain Square |
The Birmingham market
Who is based in Birmingham
Central Birmingham is split cleanly by both sector and district. Financial and legal businesses are based with the Colmore Business District and includes the HSBC UK headquarters. Brindley Place attracts larger corporate companies particularly in professional services. Creative and tech businesses are clustered in Digbeth and the Jewellery Quarter whereas Eastside is favoured by innovation and university spin off companies.
Outside the city centre, Solihull is a popular business park location with easy road, airport and NEC access, making it better suited to commuters who drive.
Travel and Transport links in Birmingham
Three train stations are based within Birmingham city centre. New Street Station provides a Euston connection time of 1 hour 19 minutes and Manchester in 1 hour 30 minutes. Snow Hill station near the Colmore Business District connects to the West Midlands Metro tram. Moor Street station connects to London Marylebone in 1 hour 40 minutes which is a cheaper alternative to the faster route from New Street.
The M42 and M6 motorway networks offer excellent links throughout the Midlands.
What the office space is like in Birmingham
With over 70 flexible offices in the B postcode, 40 of these are within the city centre so there is plenty of choice volume wise. Grade A space dominates Colmore Row with desk prices hitting £650 per month for the highest spec spaces, with a mix of traditional space and modern office buildings are available. Warehouse and factory conversions are common place within Digbeth and suit the creative market it already attracts and desk prices are closer to £250 per month for budget-tier space, whilst the out of town business parks are purpose built offer a more standard campus style of office space. Despite a wide choice of space, actual occupancy in Birmingham increased by almost 20% in 2026 meaning demand can often outstrip supply.
How does Birmingham compare to other areas in the Midlands?
Unsurprisingly, Birmingham is the most expensive market within the Midlands with an average desk rate of £415 in the city centre and £365 in Solihull. This is significantly higher than the Midlands average which sits at £215 per desk however Birmingham is the best connected city with the widest choice in the Midlands market. Businesses who are looking for a more cost effective option could consider moving further out to Tamworth, Leicester, Coventry or Derby however choice of buildings is limited in these areas often with under 15 buildings to choose from.
Frequently asked questions
How much does office space in Birmingham cost?
The range of office space in Birmingham means a broad price bracket from £140 per desk for budget space in areas such as Digbeth up to £650 per desk for prime Grade A offices within the Colmore Row area. There are over 40 office buildings in Birmingham city centre so that gives plenty to choose from.
Which is the cheapest area of Birmingham for office space?
If you are looking in the city centre then Digbeth is generally a more cost effective option but if you are really budget driven you need to go further afield to Erdington, Oldbury or West Bromwich where prices will drop to under £100 per desk per month.
Where should a technology or creative business look in Birmingham?
Digbeth and the Jewellery Quarter are the best areas for these types of business. A lot of the space here is also converted warehouse / factory stock so you can get some pretty unusual spaces (and often more space for your money). Typically offices here are under £250 per desk.
How much cheaper is Birmingham than London?
Around 35% cheaper than Central London so it is a significant saving. The commute from New Street Station into London Euston is just under 1 hour 19 minutes so the Capital is still easily accessible.
Is it hard to find office space in Birmingham right now?
There are over 70 flexible offices within the B postcode, around 40 are in the city centre so there is a lot of choice in terms of buildings, however the occupancy of these buildings is at an all time high having increased by over 20% in 2026 so in some cases, especially Grade A space, demand is outstripping supply.
Are office costs in Birmingham rising?
They are – up 22% in 2026 and they continue to do so based on the demand for space in the city centre.
How quickly can I move into a Birmingham office?
Flexible offices are set up for a quick move in so you can usually be in within a few days to a week. The space will be furnished and with an internet connection set up ready for you to start working.
Should I get a private office or a co work pass?
Totally depends on your business. If you are a new start, sole trader or work from home then a co work pass would be the most cost effective option. For teams of 3 or more then a private office would be worth the money to ensure privacy and consistency of space.
Will ADAPT charge me a fee?
No, our service is free to businesses looking for space as we earn our fees from the office providers who work with us.
What is included in the price of an office?
Flexible and serviced offices operate on an all inclusive pricing basis which typically includes rent, rates, furniture and internet connection. Some providers include extras like meeting room credits too.
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