MAKE Night-time Economics

In 2008 MAKE originated the concept of measuring the night-time economy. We called this model the MAKE Night-Mix Index. The NMI uses various public and private datasets to put a value on NTE turnover, employment, taxes, firm births and deaths, as well as to measure the sector’s performance over time.

The MAKE Night-Mix Index has since been the template for many studies globally (they say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery), but our knowledge of the data, how to segment the night-time economy and ability to model future NTE growth remains unique to us.

In 2010 we added the ability to model after dark costs such as policing, health and local governance. The MAKE Night-Mix Index is the foundation of all good night-time economy strategies.

City of Sydney Council: NightMix NTE Cost Benefit Analysis

Clover Moore, the Lord Mayor of Sydney, asked us to measure the positives and negatives of the city’s NTE. How could we refuse? 

Council of Capital City Lord Mayors: Measuring the value of Australia’s Night-time Economy

After our pioneering work in measuring the night-time economy of Sydney, the whole of Australia wanted to repeat the process, and our intellectual property was put to good use once again.  

Portman Group: Stoke Cost Benefit Analysis of Night-time Economy

Stoke has challenges around its night-time economy. But it also has a popular nightlife and an indomitable spirit. MAKE helped it get a grip on its opportunities and threats after dark. 

Ministry of Sound: Economic Impact Assessment

Superclub, Ministry of Sound, was under threat from gentrification. Ministry asked MAKE to examine its economic importance which might be used to help resist planning consent for a 41 storey tower next door.  

Poppleston Allen Solicitors: Nottingham NightMix Study

Leading licensing solicitors Poppleston Allen wanted to make a case for a more nuanced licensing policy in Nottingham. They asked MAKE to identify if there had been a shift away from drinking venues. 

Portman Group: exeter Cost Benefit Analysis of Night-time Economy

MAKE’s study into the costs and benefits of this Cathedral city’s night-time economy recognised the importance of its innovative paramedic-led safe space. 

Bury Metropolitan Borough Council: NightMix Economic Study

Bury is famous for its black pudding and amazing market, but less so for nightlife. Bury Council asked MAKE to produce a baseline analysis of its night-time economy to kickstart a discussion about its direction.   

Watford Council: NightMix Economics & Cultural Strategy

Watford wanted to fully integrate the night-time economy into its 20-year cultural strategy. To do so the town needed to understand what after dark activity it had and what was missing.