Welcome to Hartlepool
Invest Hartlepool is the first place to come if you’re investing in our great town.
Hartlepool business owners or potential start up businesses please visit our Business Support page. Our Economic Growth Team are here to assist with your Hartlepool business venture, expansion projects and to help your investment succeed in our town.
Looking to Invest in Hartlepool? This is your starting point. Our Why Invest page highlights all the reasons why Hartlepool is a great place to invest with an overview of our connectivity, location and workforce.
Why Hartlepool?
Hartlepool’s economy is shaped by its location at the Mouth of the Tees Estuary in the globally-recognised productive heartland of Teesside. Hartlepool offers excellent connectivity with the North Sea, the Tees River and nearby economic centres.
A range of business locations are available for all types of sectors from creative arts to engineering based businesses. Hartlepool offers something for every business!
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Business Support
Whether you are starting a new business, growing an existing company or looking to invest in Hartlepool, our Economic Growth Team can provide tailored support to help you achieve your goals.
We offer advice on business planning, marketing, access to finance, commercial property, recruitment and business growth.