Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom: innovation profile

Newcastle upon Tyne is number 343 in the 311 Innovation Cities Index, with an innovation score of 14. It is home to 2 R&D labs, 2 startups, 1 investor and 4 of the world's largest companies in the 311 Institute directories.

Part of the 311 Innovation Cities Index. Last updated 7 October 2026.

Largest companies

• TechnipFMC plc (#748)
• Bellway P L C (#1569)
• The Sage Group plc. (#1667)
• Greggs plc (#1833)

Startups

• H2Chp
• O.S. Energy (Uk)

Investors

• NVM Private Equity

R&D labs

National Institute for Health and Care Research, Newcastle University.