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Research

The future success of the tourism industry in Yorkshire depends on accurate market intelligence. 

Professionally gathered statistical information about trends, patterns, volume and value provides invaluable insights into the changing and developing demands of our customers.
 

Armed with this information, future marketing strategies and campaigns can be confidently formulated to ensure our tourism industry continues to thrive and grow.

Free market intelligence information

Welcome to Yorkshire has gathered a wealth of market intelligence over the years, ranging from occupancy statistics and visitor attraction numbers through to regional estimates of tourism volume and value.

For the latest facts and figures about tourism in Yorkshire, go to our intelligence pages or for quick reference, download our leaflet Facts of Tourism.
 
Key facts and figures

Understand the importance of the tourism sector in Yorkshire and it's contribution to the local economy;

  • The latest estimates of tourism volume and value
  • Tourism employment figures
  • Accommodation and Attraction Stock
  • General market conditions

Market Profiles

FInd out who comes to Yorkshire and what they do when they get here;

  • Key UK and overseas leisure markets
  • Visitor origin information 
  • Trip characteristics and activities undertaken
  • Market segmentation (MOSAIC)

Performance Monitor Surveys 

Keep up to date with the results of our latest surveys which reveal how tourism in performing in our region:


Regional Visitor Survey

We are currently carrying out an important region-wide survey to measure visitor experience and satisfaction across Yorkshire. The results will be used to develop future marketing strategies. Find out more about the latest survey results.
 

Themed articles

Here you can explore the latest research available on the tourism sector in Yorkshire.


Useful links

Please visit our useful links page for a list of relevant external websites.


Bespoke research services

If you can't find what you are looking for on our website, we offer a range of bespoke research services for tourism businesses in the region.

  • Destination Benchmarking
  • Economic Impact Analysis
  • Visitor Profiling
     
    You can find out more about previous research we have carried out for a wide range of clients by reading our case studies.

    Please contact us today, or telephone our team on 0113 322 3512, to find out how our experts can help with your bespoke research requirements.
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    Click on the highlighted links for further information:

    Visit York  
    Yorkshire Moors & Coast  
    West Yorkshire Tourism Partnership  
    Yorkshire Dales & Harrogate Tourism Partnership  
    Visit Hull & East Yorkshire  
    Yorkshire South Tourism