Companies in Brussels

United Kingdom|60.4% formed since 2020|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
53
Active

53 active companies are registered in Brussels with Companies House. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 60.4% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (60%) of active companies were formed since 2020, making this one of the UK's fastest-growing business locations. The most common industry sector is other, with 49 companies. The average company age is 6.9 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

53
Active Companies
53
Total Registered
1982
Oldest Company
60.4%
Growth (2020s)

Brussels is a growth hotspot — over half of its active companies were formed since 2020.

Incorporation by Decade
30%
60%
Pre-1990: 1
1990s: 1
2000s: 3
2010s: 16
2020s: 32

Top Industries

Other49

Data Signals

Governance
762 src
Compliance
486 src
Trade
212 src
Risk
92 src
ESG
71 src
growth
41 src
Financial
11 src
innovation
11 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Brussels is 6.9 years old. There are 4 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area.

6.9 yrs
Avg company age
4
FCA regulated

Company Size Breakdown

Large: 16 (100%)

Government Investment

Companies in Brussels have been awarded 3 government contracts with a combined value of £0.1M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Brussels?

There are 53 active companies registered in Brussels, out of 53 total. 0 (0%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Brussels?

The top industries in Brussels include Other (49 companies).

How fast is Brussels growing as a business hub?

60.4% of currently active companies in Brussels were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Brussels?

Our database contains 167 data signals across 8 categories for active companies in Brussels. The largest category is Governance with 76 signals from 2 sources.

When was the first company registered in Brussels?

The oldest company registration in Brussels dates back to 1982, spanning over 44 years of business history.

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