Leeds, United Kingdom: innovation profile

Leeds is number 582 in the 311 Innovation Cities Index, with an innovation score of 8. It is home to 4 R&D labs, 2 startups and 1 investor in the 311 Institute directories.

Part of the 311 Innovation Cities Index (311institute.com). Last updated 7 October 2026.

Startups

• Adsilico
• Medwise Ai

Investors

• Endless

R&D labs

British Geological Survey, Centre for Polar Observation and Modelling, National Institute for Health and Care Research, University of Leeds.