Why invest in Luton
This is Luton’s moment
Luton has the second highest rate of business start-ups in the country and a host of major names. With over £5bn of investment already underway, including a new football stadium, town centre regeneration and rapid airport growth, more businesses than ever are choosing Luton.
From its unrivalled location and connectivity to a wide talent pool and nurturing business support offer, Luton has everything businesses need to grow and succeed.
Luton has plenty to offer
Our brand new investment prospectus displays all that Luton has to offer whilst our inserts highlight key opportunities for investment.
Choose Luton
Luton offers businesses the opportunity to grow in a town famed for its diverse, young talent; its economic resilience and tailor made business support services.
Well-connected
22 minutes from London, with an international airport and in easy reach of Oxford and Cambridge.
Strong economy
Luton’s economy is booming with over £5bn investment and fast growth of private sector wages.
Good growth
Luton is expecting to see the fastest growth of any economic centre in the UK after London
Emerging talent
Over 23 million people, ready for work, live in a commutable distance from Luton.
We’re investing
A £1.7bn town centre regeneration with investment for a state of the art football stadium.
Nurturing start-ups
Luton has the second highest rate of business start-ups in the country.
Countryside views
An urban vibe, on the edge of an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Beautifully diverse
Luton’s population is one of the youngest and most diverse in the country.
Tailor-made support
Personalised business support services to help you grow and expand.
- “Luton is a fantastic place for businesses to invest, great people, brilliant energy, three train stations, an airport, great hotels and really fast internet.”Gavin O’BrienCo-Founder and CEO, Clearhead
Luton’s industry strengths
Luton leads the way with digital innovation, technology, manufacturing, aviation and commerce. Across the town, businesses of all sizes from a diverse range of sectors are thriving and contributing to economic growth.
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Two Luton based solicitor firms, Hannah Solicitors and Greystone Solicitors, won gold at the Luton & Bedfordshire SME awards.
21 July, 2023
The goods and services team at Luton Airport (LLA) was recognised for its approach this week after scooping four awards at the 2023 UK National GO Awards.
16 July, 2023
The hotel’s hopes of hosting the Ryder Cup has moved a step closer after its proposal to build a “championship-level golf course” was approved.
14 July, 2023
Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa is to be redeveloped under the globally renowned name behind iconic properties including The Savoy.
9 July, 2023
Jaltek Systems is a leading AS9100 and ISO 13485 accredited UK electronics design and manufacturing company with over 35 years’ experience providing solutions for a range of industries
5 July, 2023
The Federation of Small Business (FSB) is encouraging small enterprises in Luton to get involved in a push to become the UK’s first Good Business Charter town.
3 July, 2023