Workforce
Milton Keynes has a workforce that many locations in the UK would love to benefit from. This vibrant, youthful city naturally attracts younger, qualified professionals to its workforce - and they are productive too. This has contributed to Milton Keynes' ranking as the UK's number one location for employment growth over the last 10 years.
- 55% of the workforce is classified as managerial, professional or skilled
- The workforce is young and dynamic, with 48% of the population under 35 years of age compared to 37% nationally
- Employees from this workforce are more willing to embrace new technology and adopt fresh ideas
- Milton Keynes' workforce is officially recognised by the Office for National Statistics as one of the UK's most productive
- 7.6 million people live within a 60 minute commute of the city
- 82% of Milton Keynes' current employees love working here
Last updated January 2010
