You only have to look at the history of South Tyneside to see that it has always been a place where new ideas are welcomed, explored and taken forward.

South Tyneside Means Business is all about the next chapter in that story - enabling those who live in the area to take their ideas and do something new, build a future for South Tyneside that is as exciting as its past.  And we've got a lot going for us.

Customers on your doorstep
With over 150,000 people and over 3,000 businesses in South Tyneside alone, there is a lot of potential to grow your market right here on your doorstop.  Add to that those living and working in Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland and Durham and the numbers quickly start to multiply. 

Great transport links
We're fortunate to have plenty of transport links to the surrounding cities and countryside, as well as overseas through the Port of Tyne.  Whether it's road, rail, sea or air - South Tyneside is a well connected area. 

Plenty of premises
In recent years there has been a big investment in creating premises in South Tyneside, from retail and shops to offices, warehousing and business units.  This investment is increasing and there are a number of exciting new developments underway right now, with more planned in the future.  All of which means great new opportunities for all sorts of businesses.

Real variety
Unlike some other areas in the North East and across England, South Tyneside is a very varied area as it's not just an urban borough and it's not completely rural.  It's got some great coastal assets, city centre facilities, countryside and towns and villages.  It's easy to forget sometimes just how much the area has to offer - making it a great place to live and work.

Leading the way in support
Last, but by no means least, South Tyneside right now is at the forefront of supporting growing businesses.  The organisations in South Tyneside whose job it is to help local businesses are working closer than ever before.  We have lots of new projects and lots of new ways to make the help we offer better than ever before.  This is a real opportunity for every business in South Tyneside.