Research & Intelligence
Details on the latest surveys, research and trends that affect the tourism industry in Leicester and Leicestershire.
STEAM
Scarborough Tourism Economic Activity Monitor (STEAM) measures the economic impact of tourism at a regional and county level. For an overview of the model, click here.
Latest STEAM figures have shown that the visitor economy in Leicester and Leicestershire has continued to grow and reached £1.321 billion in 2010. In 2009, the economic impact of tourism was £1.309 billion and according to the latest research, this contribution has increased by around one per cent since the previous year. This continues a steady growth of 10.22 per cent over the last five years from over £1.186 billion in 2006.
Leicester & Leicestershire results 2010
Leicester & Leicestershire results 2009
Leicester & Leicestershire results 2008
Leicester & Leicestershire results 2007
Leicester & Leicestershire results 2006








