General

Although tourism is one of the largest industries in the local economy, the traditional agricultural aspect of the district still plays an important role. However, with excellent motorway and road networks serving the area, an increasing number of industrial sites are being developed, with organisations such as AMEC, Codemasters, Ford (Gaydon), NFU, Ragdoll and of course the Royal Shakespeare Company all siting their headquarters here.

The Council's economic development activity is focused on having direct impact on the ground, and is carried out through a range of services including Planning and the Community Leadership Team.

|	Analysis of the Districts Economy
An analysis of the economy in Stratford-on-Avon District was carried out on behalf of the Council in 2006. View the Local Futures Report
|	Business Link
Business Link is a national service providing advice and information on all issues that may affect your businesses...
|	Economic Well-Being
At a regional level, the West Midlands Economic Strategy (WMES) sets out a vision for the region's economy. AIM The Council's overall aim and challenge in its economic development work is to maintain, and strive to improve, the quality of life and economic well-being in the district.
|	Employers Survey 2002
The Employers Survey of businesses in Stratford on Avon District is part of the Coventry and Warwickshire Survey of Employers 2002...
|	Local Futures Audit
The Local Futures Audit has been developed in collaboration with the Audit Commission, the Local Government Association, and individual local authorities and partnerships.
|	Market Towns Healthchecks
Stratford-on-Avon District Council have supported the development of the Market Towns Initiative in our district since 2001...
|	Skills Survey
The 'Coventry and Warwickshire Training and Skills Survey 2002: Findings for Stratford on Avon District'...
|	Small Business Environmental Issues
The Environment Agency have set up a free website...