InvestorInvesting in ambitious, customer-centric businesses.
The startup scene in United Kingdom
Where startups get built in York, who funds them, and how you get in the room.
Startup ecosystem standing
Where York ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #733 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
8 organizations with a profile
Who's based in York
Investors 4
Investor
InvestorInvesting in the future of clean energy.
InvestorInvesting in a sustainable, plant-based food future.
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Incubators 2
IncubatorSupporting innovation and entrepreneurship in York.
IncubatorTurning ideas into businesses
Accelerators 1
AcceleratorAccelerating early-stage startups with investment and mentorship.
Venture studios 1
Venture studioCreating and growing ecommerce brands.
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Your way in
Raising in York
Investors based here, and the programs that take teams at your stage.
Get investor introsFinding startups in York
Accelerators and incubators here see the earliest teams first.
Get startups that fitScouting in York
Campuses and communities are where teams form before anyone funds them.
Start scoutingQuestions about York
How does York rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #733 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025).
How many startup investors are based in York?
4 investors based in York have a profile here, including Growth Partner, Gaspara Asset Management and Veg Capital. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in York?
Yes. York has 1 accelerator, 2 incubators and 1 venture studio on record, including Startup Origins, York Science Park and The Guildhall York and The Embarking Group.
Geographic proximity
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