Companies in Birtley

United Kingdom|43.6% formed since 2020|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
140
Active

140 active companies are registered in Birtley with Companies House. Out of 157 companies ever registered here, 0 are no longer active — a 89% survival rate. Business formation remains steady, with 43.6% of current companies established since 2020. A wave of registrations in the 2010s accounts for 41% of active companies, pointing to a decade of strong entrepreneurial activity. The most common industry sector is other letting and operating of own or leased real estate, with 9 companies. The average company age is 10.4 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

140
Active Companies
157
Total Registered
1959
Oldest Company
43.6%
Growth (2020s)

A diverse local economy with no single sector accounting for more than 15% of businesses.

Incorporation by Decade
16%
37%
43%
Pre-1990: 4
1990s: 3
2000s: 25
2010s: 58
2020s: 67

Data Signals

Governance
4393 src
Financial
3014 src
Compliance
907 src
Risk
775 src
Trade
241 src
quality
124 src
operational
111 src
growth
32 src
ESG
11 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Birtley is 10.4 years old. There are 4 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 1 registered charities operate locally.

10.4 yrs
Avg company age
4
FCA regulated
1
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 1 (25%)Medium: 1 (25%)Large: 2 (50%)

Government Investment

Companies in Birtley have been awarded 2 government contracts. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Birtley?

There are 140 active companies registered in Birtley, out of 157 total. 0 (0%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Birtley?

The top industries in Birtley include Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (9 companies).

How fast is Birtley growing as a business hub?

43.6% of currently active companies in Birtley were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Birtley?

Our database contains 958 data signals across 9 categories for active companies in Birtley. The largest category is Governance with 439 signals from 3 sources.

When was the first company registered in Birtley?

The oldest company registration in Birtley dates back to 1959, spanning over 67 years of business history.

Data is updated daily from official UK government sources including Companies House. Information is provided for reference only.