Space Sustainable, commercial Science Central offers a unique opportunity to develop commercial office in a sought-after city-centre location. Developing commercial facilities on Science Central could provide the bespoke environment that your clients or tenants need, supported by state-of-the-art telecommunications, infrastructure, utilities and a range of retail and leisure facilities. With over 500,000 sq. ft. of commercial to be delivered across a total of 18 different building plots on the 24-acre Science Central development, there are numerous opportunities available for developers and investors. Outline planning permission is already secured and the site is development-ready, following a period of enabling works which were completed in 2013. Sustainability is integral to Science Central. All commercial developments will need to achieve excellence in BREEAM and EPC ratings, in line with the environmental aspirations of the Science Central Masterplan. Commercial plots can be designed, developed and delivered individually, or as part of larger multi-plot developments. There is also an opportunity to develop a 480- multi-storey car park on the site. Our dedicated team has a wealth of experience in delivering customised solutions to facilitate investment and provide a streamlined development process to minimise risk and time to market. The masterplan overleaf illustrates the flexibility of the site and the opportunities for bespoke commercial, retail or leisure available for development. CONTACT US AT INFO@NEWCASTLESCIENCECENTRAL.COM OR ON +44 (0) 191 208 4130 TO SPEAK TO A MEMBER OF THE TEAM. SPEAK TO OUR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY AGENT, GVA ON +44 (0) 191 261 2361.
Commercial PLOT SPECIFICATIONS Plot No. Use No. of Storeys Sq. ft. Sq. m. 1A Commercial office 6 45,208 4,200 DIANA STREET 8D 6D 7D PITT STREET PITT STREET 8C 5E 5D 4D 7C 5A 3C 6C Central Link Student Accommodation 2C BARRACK ROAD 2A Commercial office 4 30,139 2,800 3A Commercial, office, hotel, some leisure 8 68,351 6,350 KEY Commercial, Office (Hotel 3A) Flexible Business Space Other Plots Public Spaces Newcastle University Business School HEBER STREET Sandman Signature Hotel 4A Commercial, office, hotel, some leisure 6 32,292 3,000 5A Commercial office 6 91,493 8,500 10A Commercial office 5 21,528 2,000 11A Commercial office 5 49,514 4,600 6E 1B 2B Multi-storey car park above flexible business s 5B-7B 5 187,292 17,400 4 21,528 2,000 5 10,764 1,000 9D 4E 11B 10B 1E 6E 5B 5C 6B 8B 7B 4B 10A 3B 11A 2B 4A 1C 3B 4B 5B 6B 5 37,674 3,500 5 10,764 1,000 1 5,382 500 1 4,305 400 CORPORATION STREET 3A 9B 1D 1B 1A 2A Science Central Masterplan All information is indicative. Please contact THE PROJECT TEAM for further information. ST. JAMES BOULEVARD 7B 8B 9B 10B 11B with ground level retail with ground level retail 1 8,072 750 4 30,139 2,800 3 35,521 3,300 2 23,680 2,200 2 10,763 1,000
Translating research into real-life Solutions Newcastle University plays a vital role in helping to translate academic research into real-life solutions. And as a core partner of Newcastle Science City, the partnership responsible for delivering Science Central, the University will have a presence on the development from 2015. Newcastle University is investing over 50m on Science Central, which includes a state-of-the-art urban sciences facility due to open in 2017. The building will span over 100,000 sq. ft. and will create a new home for its Institute for Sustainability where engineers, scientists and digital researchers will work together to discover solutions to the urban sustainability challenges we face. The building will house a number of groundbreaking projects including: The University s School of Computing Science: this will comprise an urban observatory and decision theatre which will allow real-time data from the city to be analysed and explored in order to improve understanding of the interaction between the city s energy, water, transport, waste and digital control systems. 2 million Energy Storage Test Bed: working with Siemens, a unique grid-connected energy storage test bed will be created, which could pave the way for the future of Smart Grids and low-carbon electricity throughout the UK. collected from sensors, people and computer applications. Cloud Innovation Centre: big data research projects with multi-billion-dollar industry partners Red Hat and Microsoft will also be based on Science Central, enabling regional businesses and the public sector to better exploit the opportunities created by cloud computing and big data. EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Digital Civics: this will explore how digital technologies can be used to promote public participation in the design and delivery of local services like education, public health and city planning. The masterplan overleaf illustrates the plots on which Newcastle University, together with leading industry partners such as Microsoft, Northern Powergrid and Siemens, will have a presence on Science Central. Engineering and Physical Science Research Council (EPSRC) funded Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Cloud Computing for Big Data: a centre to create experts in extracting useful information from the vast amounts of data now being
Newcastle University 6D 7D 8D 4E 11B PITT STREET PITT STREET BARRACK ROAD PLOT SPECIFICATIONS Plot No. 1C The Core 2C Use No. of Storeys Sq. ft. Commercial office 2 of 7 10,764 of 60,278 University building (with potential business partners) Sq. m. 1,000 of 5,600 6 103,333 9,600 KEY University & Industry Partners Other Plots Public Spaces 9D DIANA STREET 8C 5E 10B 1E 5D 4D 6E 5B 5C 7C 8B 7B 6B 5A 3C 4B 6C 10A 3B Central Link Student Accommodation 2C 11A 2B 4A 1C Newcastle University Business School HEBER STREET Sandman Signature Hotel 3C 5C 6C 7C 8C University building (with potential business partners) University building (with potential business partners) and some leisure University building (with potential business partners) and some leisure University building (with potential business partners) University and community greenhouse 6 83,958 7,800 4 17,222 1,600 5 59,201 5,500 4 43,055 4,000 3 12,916 1,200 CORPORATION STREET 3A 9B 1D 1B 1A 2A Science Central Masterplan All information is indicative. Please contact THE PROJECT TEAM for further information. ST. JAMES BOULEVARD
Grow Flexible to Whether your business is an SME or a large multi-national organisation, Science Central offers a fantastic opportunity for it to become a tenant on what is a rare city-centre development. could provide the perfect multi-tenant environment to help your business spark innovative ideas, develop and grow. The range of different buildings that will be delivered on the 24-acre development will offer a combined total of 500,000 sq. ft. of flexible business available to rent. Sustainability is integral to Science Central. Your business will benefit from being based in buildings with excellent BREEAM and EPC sustainability ratings. Your surroundings will consist of green public s and squares, recently awarded with a CEEQUAL excellence rating for sustainability from the Institution of Civil Engineers. Building occupiers will also be able to benefit from an on-site Low Carbon Energy Centre which will provide reduced cost heating and electricity. Our dedicated team has a wealth of experience in tailoring tenancy packages to the needs of a variety of businesses. The masterplan overleaf illustrates the flexible business that will be available across a number of plots on Science Central. CONTACT US AT INFO@NEWCASTLESCIENCECENTRAL.COM OR ON +44 (0) 191 208 4130 TO SPEAK TO A MEMBER OF THE TEAM. SPEAK TO OUR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY AGENT, GVA ON +44 (0) 191 261 2361.
Tenant Space PLOT SPECIFICATIONS Plot No. Use No. of Storeys Sq. ft. Sq. m. 1A Commercial office 6 45,208 4,200 DIANA STREET 8D 6D 7D PITT STREET PITT STREET 8C 5E 5D 4D 7C 5A 3C 6C Central Link Student Accommodation 2C BARRACK ROAD 2A Commercial office 4 30,139 2,800 3A Commercial, office, hotel, some leisure 8 68,351 6,350 KEY Commercial, Office (Hotel 3A) Flexible Business Space Other Plots Public Spaces Newcastle University Business School HEBER STREET Sandman Signature Hotel 4A Commercial, office, hotel, some leisure 6 32,292 3,000 5A Commercial office 6 91,493 8,500 10A Commercial office 5 21,528 2,000 11A Commercial office 5 49,514 4,600 6E 1B 2B Multi-storey car park above flexible business s 5B-7B 5 187,292 17,400 4 21,528 2,000 5 10,764 1,000 9D 4E 11B 10B 1E 6E 5B 5C 6B 8B 7B 4B 10A 3B 11A 2B 4A 1C 3B 4B 5B 6B 5 37,674 3,500 5 10,764 1,000 1 5,382 500 1 4,305 400 CORPORATION STREET 3A 9B 1D 1B 1A 2A Science Central Masterplan All information is indicative. Please contact THE PROJECT TEAM for further information. ST. JAMES BOULEVARD 7B 8B 9B 10B 11B with ground level retail with ground level retail 1 8,072 750 4 30,139 2,800 3 35,521 3,300 2 23,680 2,200 2 10,763 1,000
New s, new communities Science Central will become Newcastle city s new in-demand address for ambitious young professionals and families. The development is ideally situated for modern living in the centre of Newcastle, with easy access to the A1 and A69, respected schools, high quality leisure and social facilities. The vision for the housing is to create a unique place with distinctive character, set within a quality, sustainable landscape. The site encompasses 8 residential development plots for family homes and apartment living. The plan is to provide a balanced range of accommodation from 1 and 2-bed flats to large mews-style housing. Outline planning permission is already secured, and the site is development-ready following a period of enabling works which were completed in 2013. Sustainability is integral to Science Central. It is anticipated that all residential developments will be designed to achieve a minimum of Level 4 under the Code for Sustainable Homes. Our dedicated team has a wealth of experience in delivering customised solutions. The masterplan overleaf illustrates the flexibility of the site and the opportunities for bespoke residential housing options to be developed. CONTACT US AT INFO@NEWCASTLESCIENCECENTRAL.COM OR ON +44 (0) 191 208 4130 TO SPEAK TO A MEMBER OF THE TEAM. SPEAK TO OUR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY AGENT, GVA ON +44 (0) 191 261 2361.
Residential PLOT SPECIFICATIONS Plot No. Use Sq. ft. Sq. m. 1D Mews-style housing 48,438 4,500 BARRACK ROAD 3D Apartments, some leisure 103,333 9,600 4D Apartments 38,750 3,600 PITT STREET PITT STREET 5D Apartments 76,208 7,080 KEY Residential Other Plots Public Spaces DIANA STREET 6D 7D 8C 5E 5D 4D 7C 5A 6C Central Link Student Accommodation Newcastle University Business School HEBER STREET Sandman Signature Hotel 6D Residential (Family housing) 40,687 3,780 7D Residential (Family housing) 34,875 3,240 8D Residential (Family housing) 37,781 3,510 9D Apartments, some retail 16,145 1,500 3C 8D 3D 2C 9D 11B 1E 10B 6E 5B 5C 6B 8B 7B 4B 10A 3B 11A 2B 4A 1C CORPORATION STREET 3A 9B 1D 1B 1A 2A Science Central Masterplan All information is indicative. Please contact THE PROJECT TEAM for further information. ST. JAMES BOULEVARD
Sustainable quality of Life North East England offers a vibrant cultural life through its live music venues, art galleries, theatres and burgeoning creative community. Cultural capital Newcastle is the gateway to North East England, a compact, energetic and lively city centre with stunning National Parks and beautiful sandy beaches on its doorstep. An exciting combination of the historic and contemporary, the bustling city centre offers excellent shopping, restaurants and museums complemented by a year-round programme of events and festivals to keep the whole family entertained. Connected to its neighbour Gateshead by seven breathtaking bridges over the iconic River Tyne, Newcastle is a place where businesses prosper and people enjoy a quality of life second to none. Schools and education Newcastle is well served by educational establishments. In addition to the region s five universities, Newcastle and neighbouring Gateshead have two excellent further education colleges. A wide range of state schools are located in and around the city, many ranked as Good or Outstanding in accordance with national standards, and the area also boasts some of the UK s Top 100 rated private schools. Housing Whether you re after the buzz of city life or a more tranquil coastal or country residence, the North East has it all. Offering cosmopolitan urban living as well as rural retreats and seaside towns at affordable prices, Newcastle and the North East have everything to offer in terms of residential properties with house prices an enviable 41% less than the UK average. Everything from contemporary city apartments with magnificent river views to traditional family-friendly homes lies within easy commuting distance.
Skills and labour market Newcastle offers unparalleled access to a large and skilled workforce, with over 1.7m people of working age living within 30 minutes drive of the city centre. A strong pipeline of new talent is guaranteed, both through home-grown skills and by attracting thousands of students to the area. Newcastle is a magnet for young people and has been named the UK s Best University City in MSN Travel s survey for three years running. The North East is served by five universities which between them educate more than 112,000 students, enjoying some of the best learning environments in the world. Around half of all graduates in the region choose to stay here for work, earning the North East the highest graduate retention rate outside London. Competitive advantage Newcastle is one of the UK s most cost-competitive locations in which to establish and run a business. Average salaries, property costs and housing prices are significantly lower in the North East compared to the rest of the UK. Typically, companies will make operational savings of around 40% in comparison with operating costs in key locations such as Aberdeen and London. Our dedicated team is on hand to provide you with all the information you need to make the right choice for your business. CONTACT US AT INFO@NEWCASTLESCIENCECENTRAL.COM OR ON +44 (0) 191 208 4130 TO SPEAK TO A MEMBER OF THE TEAM.
The Core a flagship location When Newcastle City Council decided to create flexible business in the centre of Newcastle upon Tyne, Science Central was the ideal location. The result, custom-designed, developed and delivered, is The Core: a state-of-the-art facility offering flexible business in the heart of Newcastle. The Core is the landmark building on Science Central, delivered in 2014 following a 70-week construction programme. Spanning seven floors, it has created approximately 29,601 sq. ft. of flexible, serviced office aimed at new and growing knowledge-based businesses. The building is a place for collaboration, where people and businesses come together to share skills and knowledge. This inclusive atmosphere comes alive in the open-plan reception area on the ground floor, and benefits from a large shared lounge plus an extensive flexible event which includes a demonstrator and installation area. Designed with urban sustainability at its heart, The Core includes green features such as one of the UK s tallest living walls, bee hotels, planted sedum roofs, rainwater harvesting and a series of adjoining public squares. Name: The Core Owned by: Newcastle City Council Construction date: April 2013-September 2014 Size: 29,601 sq. ft. Construction cost: 10.5m BREEAM rating: Excellent Managed by: Creative Space Management Website: www.thecorenewcastle.co.uk Tenants include a rapidly-growing software developer and significant academic/industry research partnerships. The Core will also be home to the Newcastle Science City team, as well as Newcastle University s Centre for Professional and Executive Development. The Core operates as a flexible business, both in terms of its design and the tenant options available.
Key features Office available in a range of sizes from 200 sq. ft. (18 sq. m.) upwards, which can be combined into larger s as required. Fully serviced and operated by Creative Space Management, operators of the multi-award winning Toffee Factory. Available on flexible terms requiring only two months notice. Free access to a range of communal s throughout the building. Serviced by 100mb synchronous broadband with high levels of resilience. Decorated and carpeted with raised floors and high-density power and data points throughout. Further information is available from the website: www.thecorenewcastle.co.uk Free booked use of private meeting/presentation facilities. CONTACT CREATIVE SPACE MANAGEMENT AT INFO@THECORENEWCASTLE.CO.UK OR ON +44 (0) 191 375 9191