Why East Kent?

East Kent is home to over 377,900 residents and a workforce of 168,000. Some of the country's most innovative companies are based in the area - including Pfizer, Fuji Photo Film, Saga, SeaFrance and Hornby.

The cost of doing business in East Kent is significantly lower than in other parts of the UK. Business can count on the availability of skilled, loyal employees at cost-effective salaries. A further advantage is that the cost of living is significantly lower than other parts of Kent and the South East.

The large student population at Canterbury's two universities - 28,000, with 8,500 graduating every year - provides companies with a widely skilled, local recruitment pool.

East Kent

• Has 12,000 companies.
• Is home to 377,900 people.
• Covers an area of 293 square miles.
• Average salaries are 30% lower than in London
• Office rents up to 80% lower than London and up to 60% lower than parts of the South East
• Residential property around 50% cheaper than in London.