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 Southend-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea presents a dynamic economic landscape characterised by a robust construction sector, significant activities in professional, scientific, and technical services, and a notable presence in wholesale and retail trade. With a total workforce of 68,435 employees, the region has experienced a diverse sectoral growth, particularly in marketing services, business banking, and e-commerce. The city’s vibrant business environment is further underscored by its healthy number of scaleups, SMEs, and companies with foreign parentage.
Read MoreAnalysis Report: Economic and Business Activity in South Derbyshire
South Derbyshire showcases a diverse and dynamic economic landscape. The area’s employment and business activities span various sectors, with a significant focus on wholesale, retail trade, and professional activities. The region has seen a noticeable growth in employment and business scale-ups, indicating a healthy economic environment. However, it also faces challenges in terms of company cessations and gender diversity in leadership roles.
Read MoreAnalysis Report: Economic and Business Activity in South Cambridgeshire
South Cambridgeshire showcases a dynamic economic landscape, marked by a robust workforce and diverse sectoral presence. With 97,137 employees and a significant number of businesses across various sectors, the region demonstrates a blend of traditional and emerging industries. Key sectors like professional, scientific, technical activities, and information and communication are prominent. The area also experiences healthy business growth, evidenced by the number of new companies and scale-ups.
Read MoreAnalysis Report: Economic and Business Activity in South Ayrshire
Overview South Ayrshire showcases a diverse economic landscape, with a notable presence in sectors such as Professional, Scientific and Technical Activities, Construction, and Wholesale and Retail Trade. The region has maintained steady employment, with a total of 21,683 employees, and has seen modest growth in certain sectors. However, it lags in areas like IPOs and… Read More »Analysis Report: Economic and Business Activity in South Ayrshire
Read MoreAnalysis Report: Economic and Business Activity in Southampton
Southampton’s economy showcases a dynamic blend of sectors with a substantial workforce of 64,959 employees. A notable growth in employment is observed, with 119 raisers indicating a thriving business environment. Key sectors such as construction, retail trade, and professional activities dominate the landscape, reflecting a diverse economic base. The city also demonstrates potential for innovation and development, as evidenced by the presence of scaleups, SMEs, and companies with foreign parentage.
Read MoreAnalysis Report: Economic and Business Activity in Somerset
Somerset’s economic landscape exhibits a diverse array of sectors with significant activities in professional, scientific, and technical activities, which lead the sectoral chart. The region has seen a healthy growth in employment, with a notable increase in the number of employees. However, the absence of IPOs indicates a potential area for future development in the capital markets sector. The gender diversity in company leadership, particularly at the director level, shows progress yet highlights room for improvement.
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