Centre of Science
Cambridge has become of of the world's most important centres of science, with leading companies worldwide competing to have a presence here.
While the city centre seems unchanged, Cambridge is surrounded by science parks, and has become a focus for advanced business in technology, bio-technology and pharmaceuticals, so much so that it is the second largest venture capital market in the world.
However, unlike other areas where technology has spurred the economic boom, Cambridge's lead is not restricted to electronics and computing. The medical and life sciences are well represented with many pharmaceutical and biochemistry industries attracted by the cutting edge research from the university and Addenbrooke's Hospital, Europe's leading medial campus and the home of the University's School of Clinical Medicine.
To the South of Cambridge is the Genome Campus, a 55 acre estate which is home to Sanger, a company at the forefront of biomedical research. (Fred Sanger and his group produced the first whole DNA mapping sequence).
It is hardly surprising that Cambridge can offer some of the highest average earnings in the UK, as well as its steadiest growth. Ambitious people and successful businesses make it their home, ensuring that Cambridge property can offer excellent prospects for secure and rewarding investment. As a result, Cambridge has a booming economy, and remains a magnet for technology businesses and investment.
The world class university, thriving enterprise economy, proximity to London and excellent transport links have all combined to create one of the UK's fastest growing and most dynamic areas.
