Expert Office Advice

Vital stats and business information for companies considering relocation to or setting up an office in Brighton.

Brighton is one of the most familiar and recognizable cities in England. It is one city that has enjoyed a lot of publicity and popularity because it is constantly mentioned in music, film and television. But Brighton is so much more than just a popular tourist destination, it also boasts of other distinctions like being an important educational centre in the region what with the two universities and numerous English language schools that serve the youth in the city.

Brighton may be associated with partying but it is a great study in how to promote a city for tourism purposes because it has been effective in really drumming up interest for the area. It is also a great example of how proper handling and management can result in overwhelming success.

Population
155,919

Migration, immigration, ethnic diversity, basic population demographics
• The largest ethnic group in Brighton are whites with 94.9 per cent
• The other ethnic minorities comprise 5.1 per cent of the population, this is much lower than the national average of 9.1 per cent

Unemployment/employment rate
The unemployment rate in Brighton is 3 per cent, which is similar to the national average

Average income/salary
The average annual income of households in Brighton is £29000, this is much lower than the national average

Location within the UK and closest major location
Brighton is situated in the southern coast of England and is located adjacent to Hove.

Transport options to and within
• Brighton is serviced by a major railway station
• It has an extensive bus service and coach services
• Taxis are easy to get in Brighton
• A Rapid Transport System is being constructed

Closest airports with average distance from town/city centre
• Gatwick Airport
• Heathrow Airport

Dominating sectors / industries
• Tourism
• Business conference industry

Large companies that have headquarters or major branches in the location
American Express

Areas that are considered to be prime business locations
The Lanes

Major business related events
Brighton regularly plays host to a number of conferences annually, although these events have different goals and aims some of them are business related events

Other important events
• Brighton Festival
• National Street Arts Festival

Restrictions
• Brighton enforces detailed parking restrictions in order to facilitate traffic and to protect the beach

3 best things about the location
• Tourism related businesses will have a greater chance of flourishing in Brighton because of the large influx of tourists in the area
• Businesses who also have plans to give their products or service a larger exposure not only in the United Kingdom but also to other countries will find that Brighton is a place where they can really give their business that much needed international exposure
• Brighton is vibrant and the large influx of people will surely prove to be beneficial for any business

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