From 'Indians Not Allowed' to Britain's Growth Engine: How Indians Surpassed Locals
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News18•28-01-2026, 11:20
From 'Indians Not Allowed' to Britain's Growth Engine: How Indians Surpassed Locals
- •Indians, once facing discrimination, are now Britain's fastest wealth-creating community, surpassing White British in average hourly earnings (£15.88 vs £12.49).
- •Average wealth of Indian households grew by £93,000 in a decade (2012-2021/23), the fastest among all ethnic groups in the UK.
- •74% of Indian households own property in Britain, a key factor in their rapid wealth accumulation, with many buying homes early.
- •Indian families prioritize education, leading to high rates of higher education and strong employment in high-skill sectors like IT, banking, and healthcare.
- •Indians show low reliance on welfare schemes and contribute significantly to UK coffers through taxes, with 85% of household income from employment.
Why It Matters: Indians transformed from a marginalized group to Britain's economic powerhouse through hard work, education, and strategic investments.
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