NEWCASTLE/
GATESHEAD
An international city with a highly developed urban economy powered by a workforce that is diverse, educated and loyal.
Highest income per capita after London, has a very fluid property market, is backed by a stable and diversified economy, five major universities (45,000 students) and numerous FTSE100 companies such as Sage PLC, a new BBC Tech Hub, all big ‘four’ accounting firms, UK’s National Innovation Centre for Data and a large pool of professionals.
Further major employers include; The Go-Ahead Group PLC, public transport, Vertu Motors PLC, motor dealer, Bellway PLC, housebuilder, Virgin Money Holdings (UK) PLC, financial services, Greggs PLC, bakery chain, Northern Powergrid, electricity distribution, Parkdean Resorts, holiday parks, Home Group, social housing, North Group, maritime insurance, LSL Property Services PLC, estate agency, Fenwick, department stores operator and Grainger PLC, property services.
An economy worth over £14.8 billion (source; GVA), a population of over 300,000 and a regional workforce of 1.5 million.
A recent report from Tech Nation showed the North East's tech sector is worth nearly £1bn and growing more than twice as fast as the rest of the economy.
£1.5 billion of planned investment.
DIVERSE
Voted one of happiest and best places to live, you can surf on the coast in the morning and be at your desk in the city centre within 20 mins.
SMART
Home to FTSE 100 company Sage PLC, Ubisoft's largest UK Games Studio and a new BBC Tech Hub. Cyber companies include McAfee, Palo Alto Networks, Darktrace, SecureLink.
Advanced
Major centre for the renewable, offshore and subsea energy industries. Is home to global giants such as Siemens, TechnipFMC and Bridon Bekaert.