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The startup scene in United Kingdom
Where startups get built in Leicester, who funds them, and how you get in the room.
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Leicester ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #505 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
4 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Leicester
Investors 2
Investor
InvestorAccelerators 1
AcceleratorSupporting startup entrepreneurs in Leicester.
Incubators 1
IncubatorSupporting African heritage startups in the UK.
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Raising in Leicester
Investors based here, and the programs that take teams at your stage.
Get investor introsFinding startups in Leicester
Accelerators and incubators here see the earliest teams first.
Get startups that fitScouting in Leicester
Campuses and communities are where teams form before anyone funds them.
Start scoutingQuestions about Leicester
How does Leicester rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #505 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025).
How many startup investors are based in Leicester?
2 investors based in Leicester have a profile here, including Catapult Ventures Group and Advent Partners LLP. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Leicester?
Yes. Leicester has 1 accelerator and 1 incubator on record, including Leicester Startups and Empower Biz.
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Nearby cities to Leicester
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