Where they're being built
London peripheral (Slough, Reading), Manchester corridor, around Cardiff, Newport. The pattern follows fibre routes and power availability rather than passenger-facing geography.
The 18-month project rhythm
Most hyperscale data centres take 12-18 months from groundbreaking to commissioning. Crews stay for substantial chunks of that time. Long-stay rates apply.
Supply chain workers everywhere
Not just the main contractor's crew — the M&E specialists, the cooling installers, the fibre teams. Each project supports 200+ workers needing accommodation. Demand is sustained and lumpy by location.