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Milton Keynes City Council describes the city as having about 300,000 residents and an economy above £13 billion. The council also attributes more than 2,400 technology companies and roughly £3.4 billion in annual output to the city.
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Milton Keynes City Council describes the city as having about 300,000 residents and an economy above £13 billion. The council also attributes more than 2,400 technology companies and roughly £3.4 billion in annual output to the city.
The council reports a city-operated private 5G network created in 2018, autonomous-vehicle trials on shared highways during 2023–2025, and preparation of a city-center control hub for StreetCAV+ remote operation.
In October 2025, the council reported £775,000 in government funding for RoboPASS development; a public testbed prospectus was described as a future hope, not a verified open application route. In July 2025, the council identified Ohmio, a New Zealand-based shuttle maker with its UK headquarters in Milton Keynes, as the maker for StreetCAV Plus, and reported about 15 local high-tech jobs. At that time the trial was expected to launch; its subsequent status is not established here.
Envisics says it formed in 2018, is headquartered in Milton Keynes, and works on holographic vehicle displays and automotive sensors. The company reported a 2023 Series C above $100 million and a valuation above $500 million.
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Milton Keynes ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #448 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
8 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Milton Keynes
Investors 5
Investor
InvestorInvesting in the future of innovation and disruption.
InvestorEmpowering startups with pre-seed and seed capital.
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Accelerators 1
AcceleratorAccelerating growth for property developers.
Incubators 1
IncubatorEmpowering women entrepreneurs in Milton Keynes.
Venture studios 1
Venture studioBuilding ventures for social impact.
Based here, most-ranked first
Universities in Milton Keynes
UniversityListed in 1 ranking
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What the sources say about Milton Keynes
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Source: Digital, Technology and InnovationThe council page links a 2024–2029 strategy.
Source: Digital, Technology and InnovationFive firms were selected for grants up to £7,000 each.
Source: Five start-ups selected for new MK Tech FundThe council reported 50 applications to the historical round.
Source: Five start-ups selected for new MK Tech FundThe council named MKIG as administrator.
Source: Five start-ups selected for new MK Tech FundThe council lists those event sponsors.
Source: Digital, Technology and Innovation
Questions about Milton Keynes
How does Milton Keynes rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #448 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025).
How many startup investors are based in Milton Keynes?
5 investors based in Milton Keynes have a profile here, including Female Techpreneur, Minerva Money Management and Milton Keynes Investors Group (MKIG). The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Milton Keynes?
Yes. Milton Keynes has 1 accelerator, 1 incubator and 1 venture studio on record, including The Property Accelerator, Incubation Nation CIC and TIN Ventures.
Which universities are in Milton Keynes?
One university has a profile: The Open University.
Geographic proximity
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