Professional Services

NE1 Ltd

The company that runs the Newcastle city centre Business Improvement District, funding cleaning, safety, events, marketing and networking for city centre businesses.

About NE1 Ltd

NE1 Ltd is the Business Improvement District company for Newcastle city centre, based at Milburn House on Dean Street. Its fourth term runs from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2029, after a 93% yes vote by city centre businesses in autumn 2023.

Businesses in the BID area with a rateable value of £20,000 or more pay a levy of 1.5% of rateable value, collected by Newcastle City Council. The money funds projects including better lighting, street cleaning, green spaces, crime reduction, events, transport and accessibility, marketing, networking and inward investment.

Never miss what’s on

Join the weekly Newcastlecity.live digest — the best events, news and local tips, straight to your inbox. Free, one email a week.

Find a Tutor

4 local tutors covering music, maths, languages, and more.

Find a tutor →

Local Guides

In-depth guides to restaurants, pubs, schools, walks, and more.

Explore guides →