Posted: 21 Oct 2021 Resource Type: Research Report Download Back The UK’s tech ecosystem is one of the most competitive in the world. Its growing presence is a signal of the strength of research and development in the UK, as well as the depth of investment and collaboration frameworks present. The Square Mile and the City cluster of businesses is home to much of this, creating a supportive atmosphere for tech companies to grow, with unrivalled access to the market for mentorship, investment, and business development. ‘One of the things that makes London so attractive to tech firms is its advanced and interconnected business ecosystem. The clusters of expertise in fields such as banking, consultancy, law, insurance and accounting mean that all the services a new business needs are right here on the doorstep, along with a talented workforce drawn from across the globe.’ ‘The growth of tech in the City has enhanced and strengthened the other businesses here – who benefit from both the technological innovation and the influx of innovative thinking.’ Alderman William Russell Rt Hon Lord Mayor of the City of London Catherine McGuinness Policy Chair of the City of London Corporation $585bn Value of UK tech start-up and scale-up ecosystem 350 More than 350 start-up incubators and accelerators across the country 6,600 Tech companies in the Square Mile Share: Share to LinkedIn LinkedIn Share to X Share to Facebook Facebook Share to WeChat WeChat Share to WhatsApp WhatsApp Share to Email Email Download Related content Research Report London RMB Business annual Report Jul 2026 - The London RMB Business annual Report serves to contribute to the understanding of the London offshore RMB market. London RMB Business annual Report Research Report City statistics briefing Jul 2026 - The City Statistics briefing looks at the City of London's role as a global business hub for financial and related professional services. City statistics briefing Research Report Digital Verification Orchestrator blueprint Jun 2026 - Digital verification is now critical infrastructure for UK financial services and for the wider digital economy. This report sets out a practical route from blueprint to implementation. Digital Verification Orchestrator blueprint Research Report Workplace financial wellbeing Jun 2026 - How employers can support their employees' financial resilience and prioritise financial well-being support that centres on education and is built around real-world scenarios. Workplace financial wellbeing