The industrial revolution began in Britain between 1750-1830 due to certain social conditions that were ideal for industrialization. Britain had a large, educated workforce from urbanization, a flexible middle class with political power and money to invest, and a government supportive of commerce. The growth of population and exports increased demand for goods, while technological innovations and new sources of power like steam allowed for factory production. As a result, Britain experienced rapid economic and social changes including the rise of industrial centers, a new class system divided between capitalists and workers, and shifting lifestyles as production moved to factories.