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The Heart of England - the central place to connect 

The Heart of England, the West Midlands region, is beating right in the middle of the country – a place where people and businesses choose to connect.

Whether you’re looking for a dynamic region to set up your business – with our excellent transport connections, our talented people, our range of financial support and our nurturing response to new ideas; or simply want to relax and take full advantage of a brilliant quality of life, this really is the place to be.

Offering a mix of city life, historic market towns, picturesque villages and stunning countryside, there’s something – and somewhere – for everyone.

Use this site to find out more about the places, the people and the opportunities – and why the Heart of England is the right place to be.

Or contact us on +44 (0) 121 380 3500 or email for a chat about why you should move here.

Top Business Facts

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  • Automotive

    More than 60% of UK automotive R&D (by value) is located in the region, with specialism in low carbon vehicle technologies and niche vehicles production.

  • Information and Communication Technology

    The region has a huge talent pool with 21% of our 35,555 undergraduates and 15,000 postgraduates studying computer science and business courses in our 13 universities.

  • Waste and Waste to Energy

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