Industry on Teesside
A region powered by innovation, regeneration and industrial growth
Teesside has long been known for its industrial backbone — but today, it’s undergoing a dramatic transformation. From clean energy and digital technology to logistics, advanced manufacturing and global brands like Amazon, the region is fast becoming one of the UK’s most exciting economic powerhouses.
For property investors, this means more than just headlines — it translates into job creation, population growth, and rising demand for housing across Middlesbrough, Stockton, Darlington and beyond.
Net Zero Teesside
Teesside is home to the UK’s first decarbonised industrial cluster — a pioneering project that’s placing the region at the centre of the green energy revolution.
Led by a global consortium including bp, Equinor, and TotalEnergies, the Net Zero Teesside (NZT) project will:
Create up to 5,500 jobs
Capture and store millions of tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually
Attract billions in green investment
Anchor Teesside as the UK’s clean energy capital
As NZT progresses, the demand for local talent and housing is set to soar — making it a major growth driver for long-term property investors.
Amazon Investment
Amazon’s state-of-the-art fulfilment centre in Darlington is one of the largest infrastructure projects in the region.
With over 1,000 permanent roles and further temporary and seasonal employment, Amazon’s expansion brings:
Long-term job security for local residents
Increased commuter movement
Rental demand for professionals, families and temporary workers
For investors, this means consistent tenancy demand and strong occupancy rates, particularly in towns with easy access to the A66 and A19 corridors.
Teesside Digital City
Beyond heavy industry, Teesside is rapidly establishing itself as a hub for tech, data and digital innovation.
Centred around Boho Zone and the Teesside University DigitalCity, the area is now home to:
Tech startups and scale-ups
Creative agencies and digital marketing firms
Software, AI and media companies
With millions in funding secured and close links to the university, Teesside’s digital sector is attracting a young, professional tenant base — ideal for HMOs, co-living and city-centre accommodation strategies.
Advanced manufacturing & engineering
Teesside’s proud legacy in engineering is evolving into something even more powerful — a hub for modern, advanced manufacturing.
Key developments include:
Wilton International, a world-class industrial site housing petrochemical and renewable energy firms
Teesworks, the UK’s largest freeport and industrial zone
Investment from global firms including GE Renewables, SABIC, and SeAH Wind
This sector underpins thousands of skilled jobs, driving population retention, regional income and strong housing demand, particularly in areas close to industrial zones and commuter routes.