A dynamic

Workforce
Fuelling
business

Leicestershire boasts a dynamic and fast-growing population, with 16 to 29-year-olds making up 26% of the demographic—well above the national average. Leicester itself has experienced a 57% surge in business development over the past decade and a 31% population increase since 2002, securing its place among England’s ten largest cities.The city is also home to three top universities, attracting 60,000 students each year and producing 21,500 highly skilled graduates. This strong academic presence fuels a talented workforce, supporting Leicester’s continued growth and innovation.

2.8m

WORKFORCE OF OVER 2.8 MILLION WITHIN A ONE-HOUR DRIVE

£25.9B

WORKFORCE OF OVER 2.8 MILLION WITHINA ONE-HOUR DRIVE

540k

WORKFORCE OF OVER 2.8 MILLION WITHINA ONE-HOUR DRIVE

Power

Capacity
10 mva