High quality working environment
Superb rural setting encompassing the Blackdown and Quantock Hills, both Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. As well as the beautiful countryside, Taunton Deane enjoys the benefits of the County Town (Taunton) providing excellent shopping, commercial and residential facilities and as such the Borough is well placed to offer businesses a thriving environment in relaxing surroundings.
Growing local economy
Taunton Deane's vigorous local economy has shown considerable economic and employment growth during the last 20 years. As such it is now firmly established as a target for new investment. It has been proposed that Taunton will develop to have Principal Urban Area status.
Lower costs
Premises and housing costs are consistently lower than the national and regional averages, whilst pay rates are competitive. This helps to reduce overheads and puts businesses in a competitive position.
Business support
Professional support for relocating businesses from a local authority that is committed to helping businesses. County wide partners Somerset Learning & Skills Council and Somerset Economic Partnership are based locally in Taunton. Supporting network of quality hotels and conference venues are available throughout the Borough in a variety of locations. |