Grade I listed · Birmingham

The Barber Institute at Birmingham University

The Barber Institute at Birmingham University is a Grade I listed building in Birmingham, first listed on 19 March 1981. It is one of 24 Grade I entries among 1,520 listed buildings in Birmingham; 24% of Birmingham’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameThe Barber Institute at Birmingham University
GradeGrade I — exceptional interest
List entry number1216784
Date first listed19 March 1981
Local planning authorityBirmingham
Location52.45038, -1.92779 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1216784

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What the grade means for works

Grade I buildings are of exceptional interest — only about 2.5% of listed buildings in England. Any application for listed building consent is notified to Historic England, and alterations are scrutinised closely.

The protection covers the whole building, inside and out, plus fixtures and attached structures. Typical works that need consent: replacing windows or doors, removing walls or historic fabric, changing roof coverings, installing solar panels or external insulation, and adding extensions.

Listed buildings near The Barber Institute at Birmingham University

NameGradeDistance
Equestrian Statue of George III55 m
Ashley and Strathcona Buildings, Birmingham UniversityII140 m
University HouseII198 m
Chamberlain TowerII*202 m
Great Hall and Quadrant RangeII*244 m
The Lodges, gates, gate piers and walls to Birmingham University campus, Pritchatt's RoadII296 m
University of Birmingham Lodge, Gates, Gate Piers and WallII326 m
WinterbourneII374 m
King Edward'S School ChapelII*420 m
Minerals and Physical Metallurgy Building, University of BirminghamII428 m

Frequently asked questions

Is The Barber Institute at Birmingham University listed?
Yes. The Barber Institute at Birmingham University is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade I listed building, list entry number 1216784, first listed on 19 March 1981. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to The Barber Institute at Birmingham University?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Birmingham, in addition to any planning permission or building regulations approval. Like-for-like repairs often do not, but confirm with the council’s conservation officer before you start.
Source: National Heritage List for England, © Historic England 2026, via planning.data.gov.uk. Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Retrieved 12 October 2026. Local authority assigned from the list entry point. This page is a summary — the legal record is the official list entry.