Milton Keynes is amongst the top UK cities for growth and innovation, with the city seeing some of the UK’s highest levels of business start-ups, growing populations and job creation. With an economy worth over £16.7 billion or £85,000 per filled job - productivity in Milton Keynes is 25% above national levels.

Positioned between London and Birmingham, Oxford and Cambridge - Milton Keynes is the prime location for companies requiring strong connectivity for transport and logistics. Rail connections enable access to central London by train within 35 minutes, and direct connections to many other major cities in Great Britain through the West Coast Mainline.

Milton Keynes benefits from a highly educated workforce, and with a strong presence of world leading firms already calling the city their home.

Milton Keynes offers a high quality of life, with good schools, strong housing growth and green spaces, which can help attract and retain employees.

Invest Milton Keynes
The Council’s Economic Development team works proactively with businesses, investors and partners to attract and support new investors through:
•    Property and land search support
•    Data insights and market intelligence
•    Support locating to or expanding with Milton Keynes
•    Connections to local talent, training providers, and business networks

Contact our team here to find out more about the Milton Keynes offer.

Business Support
Milton Keynes City Council does not have a dedicated business support service.

The South Midlands Growth Hub provides free business support to organisations based in Milton Keynes, Bedfordshire, Luton, or Northamptonshire. To contact them, please complete their enquiries form here.

High Street Events Grant Programme

The High Street Events Grant Programme has been established to support the delivery of events and activities that increase footfall, boost local spending and enhance the vibrancy of Milton Keynes' traditional high streets. The programme recognises the important role that local events play in attracting visitors, supporting independent businesses, strengthening community identity and creating thriving town centres.

Community groups, charities, CICs, business associations, town and parish councils can apply for grants of up to £5,000 to deliver events in Bletchley (Queensway), Newport Pagnell, Stony Stratford, Olney, Woburn Sands and Wolverton.

We are seeking innovative and engaging proposals that celebrate the unique character of each high street and encourage residents and visitors to spend more time in these centres. This could include festivals, markets, cultural and heritage events, seasonal celebrations, family activities, food and drink events, or other initiatives that bring communities together and support local businesses.

A total of £30,000 is available through the programme, with successful projects taking place throughout 2027.

Applications close on 8th November 2026.

Please send any queries or clarifications to enquiries@investmiltonkeynes.com