Figures just released by 118 Information, the business data
experts, report an average of 2,000 new businesses starting up
every month - a figure which has remained fairly stable over the
last quarter, although with a slight increase in the last
month.
Understanding and recording business changes is a key part of
what 118 Information does - calling businesses across the UK on a
daily basis, from their call centre in Sutton Coldfield, gives 118
Information unique insight into when a business closes down,
relocates or starts up.Given the current economic climate and the
focus on business failures, it is easy to forget that there are new
businesses who continue to start up across the UK at a rate of 500
a week.
Popular amongst start ups are the following business types:
Beauty Salons
Bridal Gown Shops
Cafe and Snack Bars
Indian Restaurants
Bakers
Delicatessens
While these business sectors have experienced a decline in the
number of start ups:
Commercial and Domestic Cleaners
Computer Repairs
Driving Schools
Florists
Skip Hire
Tattoo Artists
Geographically the hotspots for new businesses setting up
include: West Midlands, West Yorkshire, Lancashire, Essex - with
London unsurprisingly topping the list.