Y-PERN, working alongside York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority (YNYCA), has produced a detailed labour market analysis to inform regional economic priorities and strategic planning.
The analysis demonstrates that productivity in York and North Yorkshire ranks among the highest in northern England. Unemployment rates remain below the national average, while business density surpasses the typical English measure, though overall business growth remains modest.
Key sectors shaping the regional economy include agriculture, which has a concentration over four times that of the national figure, and accommodation and food services, where employment stands at 1.5 times the national average. The region exhibits high qualification levels, reflecting a well-educated workforce. However, a clear skills mismatch persists, as the supply of highly skilled individuals outweighs the availability of highly skilled roles, leading to employee underutilisation.
This work is published alongside data which underpins the local growth plan and is included within the region’s Get Britain Working report.
Read the report here.
