Benefits for Businesses
Nuneaton & Bedworth is a strong choice for businesses due to its central UK location, growth‑ready land, competitive costs, business‑friendly policies, strong sector ecosystems, and supportive regional partnerships. Its combination of strategic connectivity, affordable expansion opportunities, and innovation assets like MIRA Technology Park make it especially attractive to logistics, advanced manufacturing, engineering, and automotive related companies.
Central, Strategic UK Location
- Nuneaton & Bedworth sits in the heart of the UK’s Logistics Golden Triangle, with quick access to the M6, M42 and M1, plus two major airports (Birmingham International within 25 minutes). This centrality makes distribution, connectivity and national reach exceptionally strong.
Gateway to Major Innovation Hubs
- The borough provides direct access to MIRA Technology Park, a global centre for automotive R&D and autonomous vehicle testing. This positions the area perfectly for high‑tech, engineering and mobility‑related businesses.
Locations and Space for Growth
- The borough offers:
- 103 hectares of new employment land allocated to 2031
- Fast-growing GVA per job (5% annual growth, exceeding the UK average)
- Supportive regeneration programmes like Transforming Nuneaton to boost economic activity and town centre revitalisation
Competitive Costs for Businesses
- Nuneaton & Bedworth offers a competitive cost base, including access to lower commercial space costs than larger cities in the region. Businesses can scale more affordably compared to many UK urban centres.