Most Tattooed Cities in the UK & Regional Tattoos

Last year a YouGov poll found that more than 25% of Britons now have tattoos and as of 2023, Birmingham leads the way when it comes to being the most tattooed city in the UK.
Other areas that are linked to being heavily inked are Norwich and Glasgow. 

With people in some cities and places having more tattoos than others, it is interesting to look at the regional tattoos that have emerged and how they contribute to the amount of tattoos in one location.

Similar to tribal tattoos, regional tattoos have become a way to represent the history of places and create a sense of identity within a community. They can enable individuals to celebrate their roots, show allegiance to certain areas of the country or commemorate a meaningful event. These types of tattoos usually act as conversation starters and open up a discussion about culture, history and personal stories. 

For people of Birmingham, black country chain inspired tattoos that represent the manufacturing heritage of the city, as well as tattoos of bulls, have become a popular choice. 

Similarly to represent Manchester, worker bee tattoos have become a significant tattoo amongst many Mancunians. This became extremely prominent after the tragic Manchester Arena attack in 2017 which saw over 10,000 people having bee tattoos on them as a tribute with money being raised for victims. 

If you are from Portsmouth then you will be familiar with the pompey dot tattoo. For those not in the know, pompey dot tattoos consist of one to five dots on the back of the hand, between thumb and forefinger and has become a symbol to signify being from Portsmouth. 

Nothing says regional tattoos quite like getting a tattoo in honour of your local football club. A tattoo dedicated to your favourite football team not only shows your support, but also shows part of your identity and personality. 

If you are interested in getting a regional tattoo but afraid of the pain associated with getting inked, TKTX Tattoo can help! We have tattoo numbing cream available in different strengths that are dependent on your skin type, procedure, length of session and pain tolerance. 

For tattoos we recommend the Yellow TKTX numbing cream. With the ability to numb in just 1.5-2 hours, this tattoo numbing cream will last between 3-5 hours to remove the discomfort when getting tattooed. So say goodbye to pre-appointment nerves and hello to a relaxing, pain-free tattooing process!

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