High Peak Borough Council

Key Competitive Attractions

High Peak lies at northwest tip of Derbyshire, in the Peak District, and is boarded by Manchester and Sheffield. Offers the very best of both a rural and urban location

• Access to the countryside unrivalled
• 30-45 minutes travel time to city centres or Manchester Airport.
• High skilled workforce -36.3% of workforce with degrees; 77% have NVQ Level 2 or above.
• Key sectors- higher value manufacturing, tourism, knowledge-based and growing science sector
• Average salary £25,973 and business costs also under the regional and national averages -
• House prices are below national averages
• Quality of rural setting and high quality schooling - attractive location for companies looking to relocate and attract high quality employees
• Residents live longer and have less sick days
• Crime is among lowest in UK
   

Assistance and Support For New Business Investors

High Peak’s Economic Development team provide information and advice on a wide range of issues and acts as single gateway to other services for investors such as planning & development control.

0845 129 7777

business@highpeak.gov.uk

www.highpeak.gov.uk/Business  -includes online commercial property search facility. Contact directy for customised proposals.