Data reports for every UK council

Newcastle upon Tyne, a vibrant city, shows a diverse economic landscape with 228,713 employees. The city witnessed the rise of 2,023 companies in employee count, indicating a dynamic business environment. Its rich sectoral spread is anchored in professional, scientific, technical, and retail trade sectors, with significant real estate and accommodation services. Despite no recent IPOs, the city’s 14.63% employee growth rate, 97 scaleups, and a substantial number of new companies (2,916 over 2 years) underscore a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem.

This analysis focuses on Newcastle-under-Lyme’s economic and business landscape. With a workforce of 66,772 employees and a notable increase in employment, the region shows dynamic economic activity. Key sectors include Wholesale/Retail Trade, Professional Services, and Construction, with emerging growth in niche areas like Mobile Apps. The gender diversity in company leadership shows a male-dominated trend, with 90% male founders and a higher percentage of male directors. The presence of scaleups and new companies indicate a fostering environment for business growth, despite a significant number of company cessations.

Newark and Sherwood, with a total of 48,483 employees across various sectors, demonstrates a dynamic economic landscape. The region is marked by a diverse range of business activities, with significant representation in professional, scientific, technical, wholesale, retail trade, and construction sectors. The area also shows a positive trend in business growth, as evidenced by the number of scale-ups and new companies established in the last two years.

Neath Port Talbot exhibits a diversified economic profile, with notable emphasis on sectors like construction, retail trade, and professional activities. Despite no IPOs, the area shows resilience through a 9.9% employee growth rate and a foundation of 34 scale-ups. The gender diversity in leadership roles, particularly in director positions, is gradually improving, though male dominance persists.

Na h-Eileanan Siar, a region with a diverse business landscape, shows significant activity in various sectors. This report provides an analytical overview of its economic and business environment, highlighting key aspects such as employment, sector dynamics, company trends, and director demographics.

King’s Lynn and West Norfolk present a dynamic economic landscape. The area boasts a total of 30,237 employees, indicating a robust employment environment. Construction, wholesale/retail trade, and professional activities are the dominant sectors. Notably, there are no recent IPOs, but the region shows a healthy 12.13% growth in employee numbers, suggesting a burgeoning business climate. The presence of 41 scaleups and a substantial number of SMEs and exporters highlights the entrepreneurial spirit and global reach of local businesses.