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Find out about what the area has to offer as a business location, what it is like to live and work in the area, incentives and support available and business premises and development sites available.
The East Riding area covers 933 square miles and has nearly 340,000 residents.
The cities of Hull, York, Leeds, Sheffield and Lincoln are all within a one-hour drive, and we have some of the least-congested motorways in the UK providing easy access to the rest of the country. The East Riding is strategically-located midway between London and Edinburgh, bringing a market of over 40 million people within a 4-hour drive.
The East Riding of Yorkshire offers a wealth of opportunities, whether you are starting or growing your business or looking to locate your business here. The area has something to offer everyone, from the seaside towns of Bridlington, Hornsea and Withernsea, to the market towns of Beverley, Howden and Driffield.
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We can provide the support you need, from creating a business plan, keeping records and marketing your business to finding the right location and premises, staff, funding and support to help make your business a success.
Here to help
Throughout the East Riding there are many business premises and development opportunities, so you are sure to find something to suit your needs.
From high-quality offices to large industrial estates, as well as smaller developments, including business centres for start-up, small and growing businesses. The range of sites and premises available are varied and individual searches can be carried out to suit your requirements.
Our focus
The Humber has powered the UK economy for decades, bringing everything from food to freight, coal to cars, passengers to petroleum.
Its location and ports connectivity continues to drive some serious investments and innovation around the estuary, from energy and engineering companies to chemical and food manufacturers. Find out about the East Riding region's main industry sectors:
Happy investors
Case studies of some of the companies that East Riding of Yorkshire Council's Business Investment Services team has helped to start, support and grow.