Startup investors in South Shields
South Shields, in the North East, has 26 investor-backed companies in Pulse, and 2 raised a first funding round in the last year.
- Investor-backed companies
- 26
- Active investors, 2 years
- 18
- Rounds, 2 years
- 3
- Median round
- £25k
Who is investing
In the last two years 0 funds, firms and family offices and 18 angels took shares in companies in South Shields, with the latest round in Jun 2026.
See all 18 active investors, including angels, with what they've backed, estimated cheque sizes and who they invest alongside.
Rounds and valuations
Over the last two years, 3 funding rounds were raised by companies in South Shields, an estimated £3.63m, with a median round of about £25k. 2 of the companies raised their first priced round in the last 12 months. 67% of these valuations carry a High confidence rating.
How South Shields compares
South Shields accounts for 1% of the 1,840 investor-backed companies in the North East. The median round of £25k is below the £150k median for the North East. The leading sectors are business services (8), retail & ecommerce (3) and hardware & engineering (2). By stage, 2 are at seed, 1 have exited, 1 are at venture stage.
Questions
How many investors back companies in South Shields?
Pulse found 18 outside investors taking shares in companies in South Shields in the last two years: 0 funds, firms and family offices, and 18 angels.
How much do companies in South Shields raise?
Over the last two years 3 rounds were raised, an estimated £3.63m in total. The median round was about £25k.
Which sectors raise the most in South Shields?
By number of investor-backed companies, business services (8), retail & ecommerce (3), hardware & engineering (2) lead in South Shields, and most companies are at the seed stage.
Can I see every investor?
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