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WaterBromley: A Premier Location for Business and Investment
Bromley is one of London’s most dynamic and well-connected boroughs, offering an ideal environment for businesses to start, scale, and succeed. As the largest borough in London by area, it combines the space and green environment of suburbia with the proximity and access of central London—just 16 minutes by train from Bromley South to London Victoria.
With over 28,000 businesses and a private sector employment base of more than 110,000, Bromley boasts a highly skilled workforce and a thriving business ecosystem. Key sectors include financial and professional services, tech and creative industries, aerospace and aviation—anchored by London Biggin Hill Airport—and life sciences. Bromley’s strategic corridors, such as Cray Valley and Bromley Town Centre, offer flexible commercial space and excellent infrastructure.
The borough’s economic appeal is enhanced by its affordability, strong transport links (including access to the M25, ports, and airports), and commitment to sustainable, inclusive growth. Business-friendly policies and proactive local leadership make Bromley a top choice for investors.
Bromley also excels in liveability, with outstanding schools, vibrant town centres, low crime rates, and over 160 parks and open spaces. Cultural venues, leisure amenities, and a strong community spirit further add to its appeal.
With a £9.1 billion economy, a forward-looking 2030 vision, and ongoing investments in infrastructure, Bromley is perfectly placed to lead London’s next phase of growth—making it a compelling location for both UK and international investors.
Economy £9.1 Billion
Residents 330,000
Businesses 28,014
Economic Impact from London Biggin Hill Airport £200 Million
1. Strategic Location & Connectivity - Bromley offers rapid access to central London (16 minutes to Victoria by train), the M25, and international airports, including a dedicated business aviation hub at London Biggin Hill Airport
2. Largest Borough in London - As London’s largest borough by area, Bromley combines ample space with urban proximity, making it ideal for scalable investment and business relocation
3. Thriving Business Base - Home to over 28,000 businesses and more than 110,000 jobs, Bromley has a strong private sector base, with 85.4% of employment in private enterprise
4. Diverse Sector Strengths - Bromley has clusters in tech and creative industries, financial and legal services, aerospace and aviation, and life sciences, each with purpose-built hubs like Biggin Hill and Cray Valley
5. Skilled and Educated Workforce - 42.8% of residents hold a Level 4 qualification or higher, and nearly 60% of the workforce are in professional or managerial roles
6. High Quality of Life - With 160+ parks, low crime rates, excellent schools, and vibrant town centres, Bromley is one of London’s safest and most attractive places to live and work
7. Lower Operating Costs - Compared to central London, Bromley offers better value office space and lower business overheads, attracting both scale-ups and established firms
8. Bromley Town Centre Transformation - Major developments, including new Grade A office space, retail expansions, and housing projects, are making Bromley a business and civic hub
9. Aviation Hub at Biggin Hill - Home to over 70 aerospace companies, London Biggin Hill contributes £200 million to the UK economy annually, with 72% benefiting Bromley directly
10. Pro-Growth Council and Investment Vision - Bromley Council actively supports enterprise, with a clear 2030 vision for inclusive growth, low-carbon infrastructure, and high-value job creation
Daniel Murray, Head of Economic Development, Culture, Economy and Regeneration, London Borough of Bromley
“A Unified and Inclusive Bromley - A Thriving Borough for All - To establish Bromley as a beacon of sustainable prosperity, where businesses, communities, and residents collectively shape a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive economy that prioritises resilience, connectivity, and shared opportunities for growth.”
The Bromley Growth Plan (2024–2027) sets out a clear blueprint for driving inclusive and sustainable economic growth across the borough. Building on the momentum of the 2021–2031 Economic Development Strategy, the Plan outlines seven priority workstreams aimed at enhancing Bromley’s business environment, supporting residents into employment, and strengthening the borough’s position as a key location for investment and innovation.
Key focus areas include: strengthening business engagement, enhancing business support for SMEs and startups, developing a proactive inward investment service (www.OpportunityBromley.com), and implementing targeted employment and skills programmes such as the Good Work Bromley and the Connect to Work supported employment programme. The Plan also prioritises expanding commercial space, improving digital and transport infrastructure, and revitalising town centres through partnership with local BIDs.
The Growth Plan is underpinned by logic models and a commitment to measurable outcomes. It promotes collaboration between the Council, local businesses, education providers, and community stakeholders. Through annual review and adaptive project delivery, the Plan aims to create a resilient, connected, and opportunity-rich local economy.
Ultimately, the Plan’s vision is to position Bromley as a leading destination to live, work, invest, and innovate—offering shared prosperity for all its communities.
Opportunity Bromley is the London Borough of Bromley’s dedicated inward investment service, designed to connect investors, developers, and businesses with the borough’s extensive opportunities for growth. It promotes Bromley’s strategic assets, key sectors, and development pipeline to local, national, and international audiences, offering bespoke support and access to networks that make investing in Bromley simple, impactful, and rewarding.
The Bromley Prospectus outlines why Bromley is one of London’s most compelling places to invest and grow a business. As the capital’s largest borough, it combines connectivity and commercial strength with an exceptional quality of life. Bromley boasts over 28,000 businesses, 110,000 jobs, and £9.1 billion GDP, with a thriving private sector and key clusters in tech, creative industries, life sciences, financial services, and aerospace. London Biggin Hill Airport alone contributes £200 million to the UK economy.
Bromley’s four growth zones each offer distinct opportunities aligned with the borough’s key sectors:
Together, these hubs underpin Bromley’s dynamic and diverse economic future.
The borough is also a magnet for talent and entrepreneurship, supported by high-performing schools, vibrant town centres, and outstanding green space. With affordable office space, strong transport links, and a pro-growth council, Bromley offers scale, value, and long-term stability. Its town centre regeneration, investment zones, and sector-specific hubs ensure it’s well positioned for inclusive and sustainable economic success through to 2030 and beyond.
