Invest Sunderland
Intro
With an unprecedented £3billion investment - from the city centre to the coastline - and a rapidly transforming skyline.
As Sunderland's transformation continues at pace, it is attracting national media attention and is increasingly recognised as one of the UK's most ambitious and forward-thinking cities.
Whether you're looking to relocate, expand or invest in a new venture, Sunderland is ready to help you succeed.
Why Sunderland?
Sunderland is transforming. With unprecedented and ongoing investment, our city continues to grow, offering a dynamic environment where businesses can thrive. Located in the heart of the North East, on the stunning North Sea coastline, Sunderland offers a prime location with excellent connectivity to major UK cities and international markets. Air, sea, road and rail links, coupled with world-class digital infrastructure, mean this city is well and truly open for business, able to support trade on a national and global level.
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It's so up and coming around there. It's a phenomenal place to be. Sunderland is culturally at the heart of what's going on. Culture House, the Fire Station, the Empire Theatre, there's so much talent in this area and we want to be a part of it.
Gayle Woodruffe, Operations Director, North East Screen
Riverside Sunderland
Recognised as one of the UK's most ambitious regeneration projects, with more than £500m of development works on-site today. Riverside Sunderland will double the number of people living within Sunderland city centre and provide workspace for up to 10,000 quality jobs.
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Sunderland is Transforming
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Sunderland is emerging as a prime destination for business investment.
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Sunderland economic data
1.2m workforce in region
5,970 businesses in Sunderland
£6.5bn GVA (2022 figure for goods and services)
71,265 students across 4 universities
No 1 city for air quality
4 universities within 30 minutes of the city centre
5G city-wide connectivity
80+ destinations connected from Newcastle Airport (a short 30-min drive from Sunderland).
3rd lowest average house price in a UK city
Global players like Legal & General and Canada Life have recognised the unique potential that Sunderland offers and are investing hundreds of millions into the city's regeneration.
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Sunderland is already renowned as the UK headquarters of car building powerhouse, Nissan.
A £1 billion investment in a new electric vehicle battery gigafactory will strengthen Sunderland's position in the global automotive and green energy sectors and align with the UK's net-zero ambitions. And the city is home to a dynamic manufacturing community, powered by the region's loyal, hardworking workforce.
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