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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FAQs
- What are the population figures for the City of Lisburn?
- How can I contact a local business?
- What support can I get when starting a new business?
1. What are the population figures for the City of Lisburn?
The City of Lisburn currently has an estimated population of 116,471 (NISRA 2009). In the 2001 Census the population of Lisburn was 71,465. The next UK Census is due to take place on March 2011. The Northern Ireland Statistics & Research Agency (NISRA) estimate mid-year populations (in June) and the % change. Their figures are as follows:
| Year of Mid-Year Estimate | Estimated Population |
| 1996 | 108,400 |
| 2006 | 112,900 |
| 2007 | 113,520 |
| 2008 | 114,800 |
| 2010 | 116,471 |
| 2011 | 118,000 |
| 2016 | 122,000 |
| 2021 | 126,000 |
From the figures it can be seen that there was a 4% increase in the population over the ten-year period from 1996-2006.
The figures provided for 2011, 2016 and 2021 are NISRA projected population figures for Lisburn based on 2006 figures. From 2006 to 2021 there is an estimated 12% increase in population.
2. How can I contact a local business?
Visit Invest Lisburn on www.investlisburn.com and use the search facility on the homepage.
3. What support can I get when starting a new business?
The Economic Development Unit provides a free of charge information service to both local businesses and investors. For up to date information on doing business and working in the City of Lisburn check out www.investlisburn.com.
You can also register for the Invest NI ‘Go For It’ programme by logging onto www.sabp.co.uk or telephone 0800 027 0639.
The Economic Development Unit manage and facilitate a wide range of Business Support Programmes on an annual basis:
The Advanced Industry Materials Saving (AIMS) Programme
Central and Eastern European Trade Development Programme
Graduate Into Business Programme
Netherlands Trade Development Programme
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