Property and investment
South Derbyshire has one of the fastest growing economies in the UK, having achieved 23% growth in gross value added (GVA) over the last five years.
To find out more about investing in South Derbyshire visit Destination South Derbyshire.
We have a workforce of more than one million within a 45 minute radius, plus over 60,000 students within easy reach at three leading universities. More than 2.4 million economically active people live within an hour’s drive.
Centrally located with unrivalled transport links, South Derbyshire is one of the best connected areas in the country. The convergence of the A38 and A50 in the District provides easy access to motorways, while a direct rail link from Derby to London St Pancras takes less than 90 minutes.
East Midlands Airport, the second largest freight handling airport in the UK, is within minutes of large areas of the District, as is Birmingham Airport.
South Derbyshire, home to blossoming towns Melbourne and Swadlincote, has an abundance of expertise in construction, logistics, food and drink, tourism and manufacturing industries, including transport equipment manufacturer.
Moving here will help your organisation grow and develop. We can provide the vital information and support you need to make the relocation of you and your staff as easy and successful as possible.
Further information on vacant properties can be found in our:
​Commercial Property Bulletin​ (pdf, 1.4mb)
Free, independent support is available to firms looking to move to the District through the South Derbyshire Business Advice Service.