How many veteran-owned businesses are listed in the North East?

There are currently 25 verified veteran-owned businesses in the North East in the British Veteran Owned directory. The count updates as new businesses complete verification.

How are these businesses verified?

Each owner sends one piece of evidence, such as discharge documentation, a JPA service summary print or a service-leaver letter. A member of our team reviews it before the listing goes live with the British Veteran Owned hallmark. See how verification works.

Can I list my North East England business for free?

Yes. Verification and listing are free for every veteran-owned business, with no fees, tiers or paid placement. Start your free verification.

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Veteran-Owned Businesses in the North East

Verified listings: 25
Largest service branch: British Army (76%)
Top sector: Professional & Technical
Newest listing: 25 September 2026

British Veteran Owned lists 25 verified veteran-owned businesses in the North East. 76% are run by British Army veterans, and the most common sectors are Professional & Technical, Education & Training and Retail & Wholesale. Every listing is free and has been checked by our verification team.

The North East has long been one of the Army's strongest recruiting grounds, and it has the second-highest share of veterans of any English region. North Tyneside, Northumberland and South Tyneside have some of the highest proportions of people who served in the Reserves, and the Otterburn Ranges in Northumberland are still in regular use. Veteran-owned businesses here include locksmiths, engineers, cleaners, coaches and security companies.

In the 2021 Census, 109,361 North East residents had previously served in the UK armed forces: 5.0% of residents aged 16 and over, second only to the South West. Source: Census 2021 table TS071, Previously served in the UK armed forces — ONS via Nomis

Last updated 29 September 2026.

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How many veteran-owned businesses are listed in the North East?: There are currently 25 verified veteran-owned businesses in the North East in the British Veteran Owned directory. The count updates as new businesses complete verification.
How are these businesses verified?: Each owner sends one piece of evidence, such as discharge documentation, a JPA service summary print or a service-leaver letter. A member of our team reviews it before the listing goes live with the British Veteran Owned hallmark. See how verification works.
Can I list my North East England business for free?: Yes. Verification and listing are free for every veteran-owned business, with no fees, tiers or paid placement. Start your free verification.

Counties in the North East

County Durham (12)
Tyne and Wear (9)

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