Cambridge Science Park

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  • Cambridge Science Park
    • Location
      • Cambridge, England
      • Close to M11
    • Background information
      • Opened in 1972 by Trinity college, Cambridge University
      • There are over 100 tenants employing over 5000 people
      • It is built over 50 aches
      • The majority of the companies are in bio-medical research or computer/ telecoms
    • Attractions of Cambridge Science Park to industries
      • Attractive, modern and spacious site
      • Highly skilled large workforce near by- Cambridge University
      • Good transport links
      • Lots of greenery and a relaxing site
      • Cheap land
    • Evaluation
      • Positives
        • Improves local economy
        • Provides lots of jobs
        • Improved standard of living for local community
      • Negatives
        • House demand and prices soaring
        • Congestion due to increase traffic
        • Taking over green land with aims for expansion too
        • Mainly graduate jobs

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