Starting a Business in Yorkshire & the Humber
Diverse economy from finance (Leeds) to agriculture (East Riding) and energy (Humber). Strong food & drink heritage.
At a Glance
GDP per capita
£27k
Commercial rent
£16/sq ft/yr
5yr survival rate
43%
Population
5.5M
Unique Opportunities in Yorkshire
- ✓UK's largest agri-food region (£4B GVA)
- ✓Offshore wind — Humber Freeport, largest offshore wind cluster in world
- ✓Leeds — fastest growing financial district outside London
- ✓Heritage tourism — Yorkshire Dales, Moors, Castle Howard
Top Sectors in Yorkshire
Grant & Funding Sources
- 💰West Yorkshire CA
- 💰South Yorkshire CA
- 💰Humber LEP
- 💰Rural Payments Agency
Counties & Areas
North YorkshireWest YorkshireSouth YorkshireEast Riding of Yorkshire