Brochure

DEMOGRAPHICS(WITHIN A 60-MINUTE DRIVE)

POPULATION

3,454,242

(5.13% of the UK’s population)

UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

1.82%

(compared to national rate of 1.83%)

KEY EMPLOYMENT INDUSTRIES

Manufacturing,

logistics, agriculture, retail and healthcare

EDUCATION

73.2%

of the workforce does not hold a degree,
providing a strong labour pool well-suited
for work on the estate

HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS

There are four new major housing developments within 30 miles of the estate totalling 905 homes.

Overall, the local area is a key employment centre for manufacturing and logistics, with a higher-than-average concentration of workers in these sectors therefore providing a substantial workforce for the estate.

SMALL MEDIUM ENTERPRISE (SME)

This site offers cost effective accommodation for SME businesses in the area and is well positioned to take advantage of the growth within the sector. 

SMEs as Economic Powerhouses

Representing 99.8% of all UK businesses, SMEs are the backbone of the UK economy, with 5.45 million businesses continuing to thrive and grow.

Entrepreneurial Spirit

The launch of 468,000 new businesses in the first half of 2024 highlights the dynamic and innovative spirit of UK entrepreneurs, marking the best performance in five years.

Resilience and Optimism

Despite challenges, 80% of SMEs have developed new growth plans for 2025, showing incredible resilience, optimism, and commitment to long-term success.

Job Creation and Innovation

SMEs are critical drivers of job creation and innovation, with many businesses prioritizing technology adoption and sustainable practices, contributing to both the economy and the environment.

Workforce Growth

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) notes that SMEs plan to recruit more staff in 2025, with hiring intentions up by 25% from the previous year.

Employment Contribution

SMEs employ over 16 million people in the UK, contributing significantly to job creation, with small businesses (under 50 employees) accounting for nearly 60% of all private sector employment.

CURRENT OCCUPIER CATCHMENT AREA

  • Wide Reach
    The catchment area spans major towns and cities, including Nottingham, Newark, Mansfield, Lincoln, Chesterfield, and Sheffield, reflecting its ability to attract occupiers and customers from a large geographical area.
  • Proven Occupier Appeal
    The estate’s established reputation as a go-to location for businesses is highlighted by the distances travelled by current occupiers, reinforcing its regional prominence.

    A unique hallmark of the estate is its ability to attract and retain generational occupiers. Many of the businesses on-site have been operated by multiple generations highlighting the estate’s enduring appeal and its role as a cornerstone of the local and regional business community.

  • Specialist Appeal
    The estate is particularly popular with occupiers from specialist industries such as boat manufacturing, road surfacing, agriculture, and automotive. The on-site units offer tailored spaces and facilities that meet the unique needs of these businesses, further solidifying its reputation as a hub for specialist industries.