Chelmsford
Since being chosen as the location for the manufacture of the world’s first radios in 1898 Chelmsford has gained an excellent reputation as a home for enterprise and business. As the first choice location for an impressive array of internationally renowned companies it is justifiably proud of what it has to offer as a prime business location.
By road, Chelmsford has excellent connections with the national road network. The A12 links Chelmsford with the M25 in just 15 minutes. It brings London, the South- East, Channel ports and the rest of the UK motorway system all within a short drive.
By rail, access to the City couldn’t be easier. Up to seven trains an hour connect Chelmsford to London Liverpool Street and the heart of the Square Mile. In the other direction, Colchester, Ipswich and Norwich are all easily accessible.
By air, access to the continent is quick and easy with six international airports (Stansted, City, Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton and Southend) all within one and a half hours drive time. London’s fastest growing airport, Stansted, is just 15 miles away.
The greatest asset of every business is its workforce. Over 20% of Great Britain’s population is within a one hour drive. Statistics show that the number of local people qualified to degree level significantly exceeds national figures.
All the help you could need for workforce development is available in Chelmsford. Anglia Polytechnic University, Chelmsford College and Writtle College - and a range of other top quality training organisations - provide a comprehensive range of business training programmes.
If you would like further information or assistance please contact:
Chelmsford Borough Council
Tel: + 44 (0) 1245 606568
Email: economicdevelopment@chelmsfordbc.gov.uk
