The Startup Ecosystem of Manchester
Manchester boasts 190 startups in our sample database which represents about 3% of The United Kingdom’s sampled startups. Manchester is the 2nd best startup ecosystem in The United Kingdom.
CITY RANKING
In 2022, the startup scene of Manchester developed considerably and increased in the Global Ecosystem Index by 8 spots.
National Ranking
In United Kingdom
Regional Ranking
In Western Europe
Global Ranking
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Manchester
Global Rank
Manchester is ranked within the top 100 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Manchester’s startups excel particularly in Fintech where it ranks 34 and in Social & Leisure, and Marketing & Sales. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in United Kingdom - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2022 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 3rd + 2 | 125.637 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
2nd 0 | 60th + 8 | 10.406 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
3rd 0 | 63rd + 13 | 10.219 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
4th 0 | 94th - 4 | 7.806 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
5th 0 | 95th - 3 | 7.704 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
6th 0 | 96th + 6 | 7.682 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
7th + 6 | 126th + 86 | 5.588 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
8th - 1 | 130th - 16 | 5.537 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
9th + 3 | 145th + 63 | 5.210 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
10th + 1 | 148th + 59 | 5.166 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Manchester
Startups
Successful Fintech startups in Manchester
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 38 startups for Fintech.
In Western Europe, Manchester's Social & Leisure is in top 40. Manchester has a concentration of about 0% of the country's total Social & Leisure startups that are represented on our map.
Marketing & Sales is ranked 44th 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 Fintech, Social & Leisure, 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
13th
Regional Rank
Overview
Manchester is The United Kingdom's 2nd best startup ecosystem and is ranked 13th in Western Europe. With a population of 5M - 10M people, Manchester is ranked th in the world. The city boasts some notable startup success stories including Zuto.
ECOSYSTEM
Startup Infrastructure in Manchester
Accelerators
dotforge
Manchester Entrepreneurs
The Elevate Programme
Coworking Spaces
The Hanover Building
Dalton Place
One St Peter's Square
Organizations
startup2sme
Northern Soho
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