The demographics of Scotland further illustrate why Scotland is such a fantastic location for investment. Scotland has a rich and varied economy, strong labour market and a highly skilled workforce. All these factors help explain why the country remains a popular destination for international investment at a time of global economic uncertainty.
Many companies have chosen Scotland as the location for their European and global headquarters. We have provided the following breakdown of statistics relating to Scotland’s population and economy to help convince you to join them.
Population Statistics
(Source: latest data from General Register Office for Scotland and the Office for National Statistics. Page last updated 1 November 2009)
Scotland's Cities - Populations
(Source: Mid-2006 Population Estimates for Settlements in Scotland, General Register Office for Scotland, July 2008.)
Workforce by each Sector
(Source: Quarterly Employee Jobs Series, ONS/Scottish Government, published June 2009. Industries are defined as per ONS IDBR based on UKSIC2007 which may differ from Scottish Enterprise Industry definitions.)
GDP per industry at basic prices (GVA)
Scotland's Top Five Export Industries
Top Five Export Destinations
Total Exports by Region
Contact us for more information about Scotland and its people. We can provide you with all the advice and support your company needs to locate, invest, expand or partner in Scotland