"The rise mirrors the explosion of global events at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, which has rapidly evolved from a football venue into a multipurpose arena attracting millions of visitors annually. The trend, GoDaddy says, demonstrates how large-scale cultural and sporting events can catalyse grassroots business activity by increasing footfall, driving investment, and elevating the profile of a neighbourhood once associated with economic decline."
"The turning point came in September 2021, when the stadium hosted the heavyweight title fight between Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk - the first major event held there after Covid-19 restrictions lifted. Since then, Tottenham has welcomed eight NFL fixtures, starting with the Atlanta Falcons' 27-20 win over the New York Jets in 2021 and culminating in the Denver Broncos' 13-11 victory over the same team last weekend."
Microbusiness density in Tottenham rose from 1.4 per 100 residents in 2021 to 2.8 in 2025, one of the fastest growth rates in London. The increase coincides with the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium's shift from a football ground to a multipurpose arena, now hosting heavyweight boxing, multiple NFL fixtures, and global music acts. Annual stadium attendance is estimated at two million, and the club's season ticket waiting list exceeds 90,000. Major events have boosted footfall, investment, and the area's profile, catalysing grassroots business activity and contributing to broader economic and social change in a neighbourhood once associated with decline.
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