The Startup Ecosystem of Manchester

Manchester has 190 startups in our sample database which represents about 3% of The United Kingdom’s sampled startups. Manchester is the 3rd best startup ecosystem in The United Kingdom.

CITY RANKING

Since 2023, Manchester lost 25 spots in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index, having now positioned itself as 85th worldwide.

National Ranking

3rd
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1
In United Kingdom

Regional Ranking

19th
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6
In Western Europe

Global Ranking

85th
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25
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Manchester

Our startup ecosystem map for Manchester includes a sample of 190 tech companies. We have identified as unicorns 2 startups that have passed the USD 1 billion valuations. Get the Pro account for unrestricted insights on this ecosystem.

Global Rank

Manchester is ranked within the top 100 startup ecosystems globally.

Top Industries

Manchester’s startups excel particularly in Social & Leisure where it ranks 55 and in Fintech, and Marketing & Sales. Find out more

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Startups

Notable Startups in Manchester
Sorted Group startup icon
Sorted Group
Modern Milkman startup icon
Modern Milkman
Zuto startup icon
Zuto

Startups

Successful Social & Leisure startups in Manchester
Twine startup icon
Twine
Fatsoma startup icon
Fatsoma
Barburrito startup icon
Barburrito

Startups

Startups Ranking by Industry

Social & Leisure icon
Social & Leisure
#55 worldwide

On our map, you can explore a total of 38 startups for Social & Leisure.

Fintech icon
Fintech
#60 worldwide

The Fintech industry in Manchester is ranked 60 globally. There are 21 startups for Fintech on our sample database and map.

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Marketing & Sales
#62 worldwide

Marketing & Sales is ranked 62nd in the world. Our database contains 18 startups for this industry.

ECOSYSTEM

Why should you join Manchester's Startup Ecosystem?

Overview

Within Manchester there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Social & Leisure, Fintech, Marketing & Sales. These three industries represent about 41% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Manchester.

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National Rank

19th

Regional Rank

Overview

Manchester is The United Kingdom's 3rd best startup ecosystem and is ranked 19th in Western Europe. With a population of 5M - 10M people, Manchester is ranked th in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including Sorted Group.

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Startup Infrastructure in Manchester
With a large variety of initiatives, Manchester's startup ecosystem stands out from other cities in Western Europe. Manchester offers a number of funding opportunities for entrepreneurs and startups. Below is a list of Manchester's most prominent support initiatives:

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