Solihull has been named among the UK’s strongest local authority areas for business growth potential, according to new independent analysis by Growth Flag.
The ranking places Solihull 7th nationally, highlighting the borough’s combination of business density, scale-up potential and long-term growth fundamentals. For investors and expanding businesses, it reinforces Solihull’s role as a key contributor to the wider West Midlands growth economy.
What’s driving Solihull’s growth potential?
Solihull’s performance reflects a set of structural strengths that continue to attract and retain high-value businesses:
- Proximity to international gateways, including Birmingham Airport and HS2
- Strong sector presence across advanced manufacturing, automotive, professional services and logistics
- Access to skilled talent from across the West Midlands and neighbouring regions
- A pipeline of employment land and commercial development opportunities
Together, these factors support both immediate investment opportunities and long-term business confidence.
Part of a wider West Midlands growth story
Solihull’s ranking is not an isolated result. It forms part of a broader pattern of economic momentum across the West Midlands, where connected places, deep sector capability and large-scale infrastructure investment are creating a highly competitive environment for business growth.
As a region, the West Midlands continues to attract domestic and international investment by offering scale, connectivity and a diverse economic base – with places like Solihull playing a central role in that proposition.
Learn more
You can read the full announcement from Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council on their website, which outlines the findings in more detail and what they mean for the local business community.
For businesses considering expansion or relocation, Solihull’s recognition further underlines the strength of the West Midlands as a place to invest, grow and scale.