Croydon is home to 16,000 businesses, one of London’s youngest populations, and a thriving town centre, transforming into a regional hub for commerce, culture and living. It has more creative businesses per capita than Manchester, Leeds or Birmingham, anchored by the BRIT School, Boxpark, Fairfield Halls and Merky HQ.
With record-breaking microbusiness growth (24% in 2024, the highest in London), Croydon supports a diverse SME base spanning logistics, construction, financial services, retail and tech.
Major employers, strong connectivity to Gatwick and Central London, and a dynamic cultural economy make it an ideal place to start and grow a business.
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