Shore thing: the future of the UK’s coastal economies

Coastal economies are becoming an increasingly important driver of UK growth, with more businesses forming, scaling and attracting investment. Growth is also becoming more widely distributed. It is no longer limited to a handful of locations, with both established centres and smaller coastal communities contributing to a more diverse and dynamic economic picture.

So, what is changing? Where are opportunities emerging? And what is driving success?

The evidence points to a shift. Technology-led sectors are expanding alongside traditionally dominant industries such as tourism, and growth is now shaped as much by connectivity as it is by location.

Our report, produced in partnership with Beauhurst Insights, explores business and investment trends across coastal economies. It highlights key insights for investors, developers and policymakers working in regeneration, and provides a clear view of where opportunity is emerging and the conditions needed to turn that momentum into lasting economic impact.

Our report with Beauhurst Insights analyses how coastal economies across the UK are evolving. It combines long-term business and investment trends with insight into what is driving growth.

It explores where momentum is building, which sectors are shaping change, and the conditions that can support sustainable regeneration.

Click below to access the report.