Yorkshire & Humber is an exciting place to live. The key to our region’s unrivalled quality of life is a blend of cultural and geographical diversity.
With some of Britain’s biggest and most dynamic cities and some of the most incredibly varied and spectacular landscapes, the region offers business based here a quality of life, which is second to none.
The cost of living in Yorkshire & Humber is 40% lower than the national average and education is of an extremely high standard. While salaries are 7% below the national average, this is offset by low living costs, including a very competitive property market, which is 25% lower than the national average and 30-50% lower than London.
Key facts
- Outstanding universities producing 10% of the UK’s graduates.
- More historic houses, castles and breathtaking national parkland than anywhere else in the country.
- Competitive property and living costs.
- The lowest council tax rates in England.
- Fantastic sports facilities and one of Europe’s sporting capitals.
- Stadiums, arenas and open-air parks attracting some of the world’s biggest and most exciting artists and performers.
Contact us
To find out how Yorkshire Forward can help you succeed in one of the UK’s most cost effective and innovative regions, contact our International Business Development Team on +44 (0)113 39 49 5757, or email us at
info@investinyorkshire.co.uk.