Data reports for every UK council
Find detailed reports on the economic and business activities of every council in the UK. Our reports highlight employment trends, business growth, sector dynamics and other key economic indicators of the area.
All these reports are created using Beauhurst data that is accurate as of December 31 2023.
Regional reports
Council reports
Analysis Report: Economic and Business Activity in Colchester
Colchester’s economic landscape demonstrates a diverse range of sectors with significant activity in professional, scientific, technical, and construction fields. With 109,125 employees and a notable 6.87% employee growth rate, the city shows robust employment dynamics. The presence of 63 scaleups and a wide array of SMEs indicates a thriving entrepreneurial environment. However, the absence of IPOs suggests limited activity in the public markets sector.
Read MoreAnalysis Report: Economic and Business Activity in Clackmannanshire
Clackmannanshire, a vibrant local council area, exhibits a diverse economic landscape with a strong presence in professional, scientific, technical, wholesale, retail, and construction sectors. Notable is the lack of IPOs, hinting at a predominantly small to medium-sized enterprise environment. The area shows a promising 10.46% employee growth, indicative of robust business activities and potential for future expansion.
Read MoreAnalysis Report: Economic and Business Activity in City of London
The City of London showcases a dynamic economic landscape with a strong focus on financial, professional, and technological sectors. The region’s employment profile is robust with 2,795,205 employees, marked by a significant number of companies operating in diverse sectors. The area has seen notable growth in employment, indicating a thriving business environment. However, no recent IPOs have been observed, suggesting a focus on established businesses over new public listings.
Read MoreAnalysis Report: Economic and Business Activity in City of Edinburgh
The City of Edinburgh showcases a dynamic economic landscape characterised by a diverse range of sectors and a substantial workforce. The city’s employment statistics reveal a total of 374,483 employees, with 2,218 companies reporting growth in their workforce. This indicates a robust business environment with expanding opportunities. The city’s top sectors, such as Professional, Scientific, and Technical Activities, along with emerging sectors like Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), are key drivers of this economic vitality.
Read MoreAnalysis Report: Economic and Business Activity in Chorley
Chorley’s economic landscape demonstrates a dynamic business environment. With 37,910 employees across various sectors, the city shows a robust employment framework. The significant presence in professional, scientific, technical, construction, and retail trade sectors indicates a diversified economic base. The growth in employee numbers (8.43%) and the emergence of new companies (1,725 in 2 years) reflect a healthy, expanding economy. The presence of scaleups, SMEs, and companies with foreign parentage enriches the business ecosystem, fostering innovation and global connections.
Read MoreAnalysis Report: Economic and Business Activity in Chichester
Chichester’s economic landscape is diverse, with a strong presence in professional, scientific, technical activities, construction, and retail trade. The city boasts a substantial workforce of 45,138 employees, with notable growth in several sectors. However, it faces challenges in gender diversity among founders and directors and a relatively low number of new companies.
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