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Scout startups in Southampton
Learn where early startup activity happens in Southampton and how to turn local context into a stronger scouting practice.
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Population
- 269,781
- Time zone
- Europe/London
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Southampton ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #305 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
3 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Southampton
Accelerators 2
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Incubators 1
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Based here, most-ranked first
Universities in Southampton
UniversityListed in 2 rankings
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Raising in Southampton
Investors based here, and the programs that take teams at your stage.
Founder toolsFinding startups in Southampton
Accelerators and incubators here see the earliest teams first.
- Future WorldsAccelerator
- University of Southampton Science ParkIncubator
- Dealflow by thesis and ecosystem
Scouting in Southampton
Campuses and communities are where teams form before anyone funds them.
Become a scoutQuestions about Southampton
How does Southampton rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #305 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025).
Are there accelerators or incubators in Southampton?
Yes. Superscout lists 2 accelerators and 1 incubator based there, including Future Worlds and University of Southampton Science Park.
Which universities in Southampton are on Superscout?
One university has a profile: University of Southampton.
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