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Economic Information & Research

Dudley Borough is a large metropolitan borough (98 square kilometres/38 square miles) located on the western part of the West Midlands conurbation.  It lies at the heart of the Black Country, a part of England rich in cultural and economic heritage

Dudley Borough has a population of 306,600 - the 25th largest authority, in population size, in England.  

Dudley Borough plays an important role in the West Midlands economy, with around 10,500 businesses and a workforce of 117,000 people.

The Dudley Borough Economic Assessment (March 2011) has been developed by Dudley Council to provide a common economic evidence base and a detailed understanding of the local economy.  The Economic Assessment has informed the development of the Dudley Borough Economic Development Strategy (2011/12 - 2013/14).

Dudley Borough Labour Market Briefing

This monthly briefing provides an up-to-date picture of the labour market situation in Dudley Borough and within Dudley wards.

:: more on the Dudley Borough Labour Market Briefing

Black Country Observatory

Black Country Observatory (BCO) is the intelligence unit of the Black Country Consortium. BCO produces a number of reports on the Black Country economy including Barometer Reports covering Business, People & Place as well as an annual State of the Sub-Region Report.

Dudley Borough Economic Assessment

The statutory Dudley Borough Economic Assessment was approved in March 2011.

The Economic Assessment provides a detailed understanding of local economic conditions for the Council and its partners to determine key issues and better inform decisions in respect of local priorities for delivery.  As the agreed economic evidence base, the Economic Assessment  will assist in targeting resources to ensure that there is maximum impact on the prosperity of the local area.

:: more on Dudley Borough Economic Assessment

Dudley Borough Business Survey

The Dudley Borough Business Survey was undertaken in August 2010 to help understand the needs, issues and challenges facing local businesses.

more on Dudley Borough Business Survey

Information Requests

The Council responds to information requests for economic/economic regeneration related information, where possible. 

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