Our digital tech professionals consistently exceed the regional average in productivity, even outperforming Cambridge. Norfolk and Suffolk offer a lively and exciting place for digital innovation.
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Why Norfolk & Suffolk lead in digital innovation
Norfolk and Suffolk are buzzing with digital innovation, leading the way in telecoms, cyber security, quantum technologies, AI, robotics, IoT, big data, and UX design. Our region’s digital sector is not only high-value but also growing fast.
We have tech hotspots like Adastral Park and Innovation Martlesham in Ipswich, known for pushing the envelope in communications technology. Plus, Norwich is also a key player with a thriving scene in digital creative, gaming, app development, and digital marketing.
Our digital tech professionals are more productive than the regional average, even beating Cambridge. Norfolk and Suffolk offer a dynamic and high-impact environment for digital innovation.
The average digital tech worker in Norfolk and Suffolk is more productive than the regional equivalent – which includes Cambridge.
Worth £1.2 billion
Employs over 21,000
in 3,600
businesses
Adastral Park, Suffolk
Has over 120
Digital Tech
companies
Ipswich & Norwich
Recognised in
the Tech
Nation Report
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Shining a light on digital
Norfolk and Suffolk are leading the way in digital innovation, excelling in AI, telecoms, cyber security, quantum technology, IoT, and UX design.
Innovation Martlesham
At Adastral Park in Suffolk, Innovation Martlesham offers a vibrant ecosystem for tech companies, with office space, business support, and networking. It also features an ICT Business Incubator and Accelerator, providing excellent commercial opportunities for relocating and growing your business.
Akcela
The Akcela incubator was set up by experienced founders who have scaled their own businesses. Incubated companies get access to their time, their brains, and their networks.
Tech East
Tech East is a not-for-profit group that helps tech companies, from start-ups to established firms, connect with investors and find great opportunities. See how you can benefit from this fantastic network by relocating your business to Suffolk.
Sector
Innovation
Digital Tech Sector
Innovation clusters
& Centres of excellence
Adastral Park
Centre of Technology
Hethel Engineering Centre
Centre of Engineering