Cambridgeshire County Council

Key Competitive Attractions

• The University of Cambridge is No.1 in the World (QS World University Rankings).
• 46% of Cambridge residents are educated to degree level compared to 26% nationally.
• Cambridge has the highest innovation rate of any city in the UK and has been awarded two European ‘Labels of Excellence’ for innovation and support for hi-tech start-ups.
• 88 affiliate members of the University of Cambridge have become Nobel Laureates for their contribution to science and technology – more than any other university in the world.
• The district of South Cambridgeshire is ‘The Best Rural Place to Live in Britain’ (Halifax, 2011)
• Cambridgeshire is less than an hour from London by car or by train.
• Cambridge is 35 minutes from London Stansted airport.

Assistance and Support For New Business Investors

Cambridgeshire County Council's Inward Investment Team can:

• Provide sector specific information
• Help you to identify suitable premises or development sites
• Assist with recruitment requirements
• Provide introductions to relevant networks
• Provide information regarding housing, schools, local amenities etc.
• Organise visist schedules