The Sikh contribution to Britain
Impact, recognised.
A directory of the most prominent Sikhs in the United Kingdom — and the measurable difference they have made to industry, public life and society.
Spotlight
Sir Harpal Kumar
Former Chief Executive, Cancer Research UK (2008–2018)
By the numbers
The Sikh community in figures
Census data from the Office for National Statistics (2021) shows how the Sikh community in England & Wales compares to the national average.
77.7%
Home ownership
E&W average 62.7%
61.0%
Married
E&W average 44.4%
29.9%
Multi-generational households
E&W average 11.1%
70.5%
Detached or semi-detached homes
E&W average 58.8%
14.1%
Managers, directors & senior officials
No national comparison
36.7%
Degree-level or higher qualifications
E&W average 33.8%
Source: Office for National Statistics, Census 2021 (England & Wales).
Valour & sacrifice
By 1945, Sikhs had been awarded 14 Victoria Crosses, the highest per capita total of any regiment.
The directory
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