Living in the South West

Economy in Devon

Devon 's traditional industries include mining, agriculture, tourism and the sea, however in addition to these, there are new areas of business, services and manufacturing which are growing within the county. These include:

• Pharmaceuticals and healthcare
• High Technology
• Marine
• Environmental
• Financial and business services
• Food and drink

Information on the following economic indicators can be accessed via www.devon.gov.uk

• Employment Trends
• Employment Trends - by sector
• Growth in economically active population
• Unemployment
• Monthly Rates
• Monthly Totals
• Number of Businesses by Number of Employees
• Total Gross Domestic Product - 1995
• Gross Domestic Product by sector - 1995
• Average Weekly Earnings - Full Time Employees
• Index of Employment Deprivation - 1998/99

Further websites which may offer useful information relating to the economy in Devon include:

• Life in Devon - facts and figures relating to Devon 's economy and a broad selection of other indicators quality of life indicators.
• Devon County Council's Economy and Europe Office's site, including information on business in Devon .
• South West Regional Development Agency

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