Starting a Business in West Midlands
UK's second city region. Manufacturing legacy with growing fintech, professional services, and hospitality.
At a Glance
GDP per capita
£28k
Commercial rent
£19/sq ft/yr
5yr survival rate
42%
Population
5.9M
Unique Opportunities in West Midlands
- ✓HS2 terminus — £billions in regeneration investment
- ✓Jewellery Quarter — specialist manufacturing cluster
- ✓Commonwealth Games legacy venues for events industry
- ✓UK automotive HQ — Jaguar Land Rover supply chain
Top Sectors in West Midlands
Grant & Funding Sources
- 💰West Midlands Combined Authority
- 💰WMCA Investment Zone
- 💰Innovate UK
Counties & Areas
West Midlands (metro)WarwickshireWorcestershireShropshireStaffordshire