British Pakistanis, also known as Pakistani Britons, are Britons with ancestral roots in Pakistan. They comprise people born in the UK of Pakistani descent, Pakistani-born individuals who migrated to the UK, and those of Pakistani origin who migrated to the UK from overseas. According to the 2021 Census, British Pakistanis number over 1.6 million, making them the largest Pakistani community in Europe and the second-largest ethnic minority population in the United Kingdom.
The majority of British Pakistanis originate from the Azad Kashmir and Punjab regions, with smaller numbers from Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan and Balochistan. The cities with the largest British Pakistani communities include Birmingham, Bradford, Manchester, and Luton. Most British Pakistanis identify as Muslim, with around 93% reporting Islam as their religion in the 2021 Census. British Pakistanis have significantly contributed to British society in various fields, including public services, politics, sports, and commerce. They have also maintained strong ties with Pakistan, with many families celebrating Pakistani festivals and upholding cultural traditions.
