North East Lincolnshire is an area of much diversity and opportunity offering significant future potential. This includes large areas of developable land that can support sector growth and investment. The borough sits on the East Coast of England at the mouth of the Humber Estuary, an important global gateway. The Port of Immingham and Grimsby, the largest port complex in the country and the fourth largest in Europe, is of international trading significance.
Chemicals, manufacturing, port activities and food processing have formed the main economic base of the borough since the decline of the fishing industry in the 1970s. The area has also now emerged as a key location for renewable energy, specifically as the preferred location for operations and maintenance services to the offshore wind industry.
We have the ambition to fully unlock the economic growth potential of the area. Our confidence is linked to a number of key assets, in particular, our unique geographic location which connects us to places and markets, together with the aspirations of our people. With the government’s reliance on the private sector to drive growth we recognise the need to provide support to empower our businesses and communities so that they are proactively engaged in helping to develop and deliver this potential. In the true spirit of enterprise, we will work together with our key partners to support, enable and realise these opportunities.
Once the world’s largest fishing port, Grimsby is today a thriving modern town offering excellent facilities for education, shopping, leisure, and work.
As well as being synonymous with the food industry and known as ‘Europe’s Food Town’, Grimsby is now at the heart of the offshore wind industry and home to the best offshore wind operations and maintenance (O&M) hub in the world.
Thousands of people are employed by around 500 food-related businesses, ranging from the modernised fish docks and market through to the global headquarters of major food brands like Young’s.
Beyond food, the rise of new industries, such as those supporting renewable energy are helping to create a diversified and prosperous economy.
Grimsby is undergoing a radical transformation as part of a 25-year vision for the town, including the recently completed £6million town centre regeneration project, key developments on the docks, and exciting leisure developments in the town centre and beyond.
Famous landmarks and rich history characterise Grimsby. A Scandinavian called Grim made these shores his home beginning centuries of prosperity and growth. Proudly dominating the local skyline in celebration of the town’s fishing heritage is the 309 feet tall Dock Tower, which was modelled on Palazzo Publico in Siena, Italy.
New developments and major improvements to the town centre are creating quality surroundings and rejuvenating the historic waterside and docks for everyone’s enjoyment.
Famous for its five miles of golden sands, historic pier, beautiful promenade and holiday resorts, Cleethorpes is undergoing a renaissance.
The town has seen new investment and developments making it an even more attractive place to live, work and visit.
You can go paddleboarding or kite surfing or just drift through the sand dunes along the ever-changing Humber Estuary. This haven for nature lovers is part of a Site of Special Scientific Interest and coastal nature reserve.
Shopping and family fun are key to the town of Cleethorpes – including a host of attractions such as boutique Sea View Street shopping area and an events arena capable of hosting national events.
Cleethorpes has won a host of awards including blue flag and quality coast awards for its beaches.
Millions of people visit North East Lincolnshire each year, bringing with them a visitor economy worth in the region of £640 million (STEAM report, published 2019).
The town is undergoing wide-ranging improvements that will include the creation of opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors. Cleethorpes has the right ingredients to become an enterprising town that attracts forward-thinking people.
Immingham is a major business location with the UK’s largest port per tonnage and a unique history.
Well known for the industrial sites around the port, the town is a busy, 24/7 logistics hub; a centre for the process industries and a growing focal point for renewable energy companies.
The Port of Immingham handles around 46 million tonnes of cargo each year. With river and in-dock deep-water facilities and easy access to the major trade routes, Immingham is less than 24 hours from a European market of 170 million people.
The international significance of Immingham can be traced back more than 400 years. It was the initial departure point in July 1608 for the Pilgrim Fathers, who fled to the Netherlands, and then on to America.
With thousands of goods being imported and exported through Immingham each day, the town has a special place in the success of global industries ranging from automotive through to energy.
Transport Links
North East Lincolnshire is easily accessible by trains, cars, and even flights.
Train services from Transpennine Express, Northern and East Midlands Railway make major cities like London, Manchester and Liverpool just a short journey away,
The Humber Bridge and M62 motorway provide access from North and West Yorkshire. Major routes include the M1 through to the M18 and M180 and the A1 and the A46 (from Lincoln, Newark and London).
Humberside International Airport is around 15 miles away offering flights to the UK and European centres including Amsterdam (Schipol) Airport.
Excellent local bus networks and direct coach links to cities including London.
Find your space in North East Lincolnshire
We’re different in North East Lincolnshire. We have a strong sense of community and a drive to make life better.
Your earnings go further here with some of the best value house prices in the country, short commutes and great schools. Founded by Vikings, our area has a rich seafaring heritage and is now a global leader in food production, renewable energy and offshore wind.
With beautiful landscapes, stunning beaches and a spectacular natural coastline, you’ll find your space in North East Lincolnshire.
Hear it from someone who moved here…
Careers
Employer Showcase
For more information and to get involved in the campaign, please email Louise.Hayes@nelincs.gov.uk
Housing
House prices are four times less here than in London, so your earnings go much further.
House Prices
Average house price in North East Lincolnshire: £151k*
Average house price in wider England: £286k*
* Source: ONS, 2022
Rental Costs
Average rental cost in North East Lincolnshire: £565*
Average rental cost in wider England: £925*
*Source: Varbes, 2024 (based on a three-bedroom property)
Don’t forget about the costs of living…
CHILDCARE
North East Lincs: £60 a day
London: £92 a day
CUP OF COFFEE
North East Lincs: £2.67
London: £3.58
CINEMA TICKET
North East Lincs: £9
London: £15
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
North East Lincs: £66 (monthly)
London: £182.50 (monthly)
GYM MEMBERSHIP
North East Lincs: £36.50 (monthly)
London: £55.66 (monthly)
PINT OF BEER
North East Lincs: £4
London: £6.19
*Source: Homeviews, 2023; Lincs Inspire, 2024; Numbeo, 2024; Stagecoach, 2024
Location
As a small borough nestled between a spectacular natural coastline and the rolling landscape of the Lincolnshire Wolds, you’re never far from the beach in North East Lincolnshire.
Heritage and Culture
We’re investing in our creative economy and building a new vision for culture and heritage.
With a growing cultural scene, inspiring film locations and an abundance of affordable workspaces, we’re channelling our creative energy in North East Lincolnshire.
We’re also building on our past with large-scale investment that’s bringing historic buildings and places back to life as part of the ongoing transformation of Grimsby and Cleethorpes.
Learn how we’re supporting creativity at Create North East Lincolnshire.
Community Showcase
With a thriving voluntary sector and loads of grassroots community groups, North East Lincolnshire is a place where you can give something back.
Find out about more local community groups and activities on Community Spotlight, or visit Sector Support for information about working in the voluntary and community sector.
Education and Training
We have 65 schools in North East Lincolnshire, from nursery up to secondary, including SEND specialist provisions – 87 per cent of schools were graded as either good or outstanding by Ofsted in 2023.
North East Lincolnshire also has seven Further Education colleges and sixth forms, and a local university centre, with the University of Hull and Lincoln University nearby.
With the growing renewable energy sector creating thousands of skilled jobs in the region, we also have specialist facilities training the engineers of the future at CATCH and HETA.
It’s an exciting time to be part of North East Lincolnshire
You’ll see lots of building work happening in Grimsby and Cleethorpes. This is part of a radical transformation that includes a new cinema, market hall, restaurants and sustainable housing in Grimsby as well as new beachfront gardens and a new-look Market Place in Cleethorpes.
Artist impression of Sea Road
Artist impression of Freshney Place
Artist impression of the Horizon Youth Zone
Artist impression of Sea Road
Artist impression of the Projekt Renewable installation
Artist impression of new Freshney Market building
What makes us unique?
- We’re home to the world’s largest offshore wind farm, find out more about the Power of Grimsby on CBS News.
- It might not be his best-known track, but in 1974 Elton John recorded a song about Grimsby, written by his long-time collaborator Bernie Taupin, who’s from nearby Market Rasen.
- That’s not the area’s only musical claim to fame. Rod Temperton, the producer of Thriller, the biggest-selling album of all time, and countless other hits is from Cleethorpes.
- Grimsby’s world-famous docks are celebrated in miniature at Legoland Windsor and the actual docks are a filming location for movies, TV shows and commercials.
- Legend has it that the town was founded by a Viking called Grim who rescued the Danish Prince Havelock from drowning in the sea.
- Bit random, but Cleethorpes is home to what’s claimed to be the smallest pub on the planet and the world’s biggest collection of bagpipes.
- Grimsby Community Recycling Centre is the best tip in the country and we don’t think you’ll find better-looking bin lorries anywhere.
- Grimsby Town FC is the only team to play all their matches away – the home ground, Blundell Park, is actually in Cleethorpes.
- And don’t forget about our amazing fish and chips.
