Companies in City Of London

United Kingdom|59.2% formed since 2020|14% inactive|Data updated 19 Oct 2026
98
Active

98 active companies are registered in City Of London with Companies House. Out of 128 companies ever registered here, 18 are no longer active — a 77% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 59.2% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (80%) 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 business support service activities n.e.c., with 8 companies. The average company age is 6.3 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, October 2026

98
Active Companies
128
Total Registered
1996
Oldest Company
59.2%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
32%
61%
1990s: 2
2000s: 6
2010s: 41
2020s: 78

Data Signals

Governance
3983 src
Financial
3217 src
Risk
915 src
Compliance
526 src
quality
202 src
Trade
62 src
growth
21 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in City Of London is 6.3 years old. There are 5 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 1 registered charities operate locally.

6.3 yrs
Avg company age
5
FCA regulated
1
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 3 (100%)

Government Investment

Companies in City Of London have been awarded 2 government contracts with a combined value of £0.2M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in City Of London?

There are 98 active companies registered in City Of London, out of 128 total. 18 (14%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in City Of London?

The top industries in City Of London include Other business support service activities n.e.c. (8 companies), Other activities of employment placement agencies (7 companies).

How fast is City Of London growing as a business hub?

59.2% of currently active companies in City Of London were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in City Of London?

Our database contains 890 data signals across 7 categories for active companies in City Of London. The largest category is Governance with 398 signals from 3 sources.

When was the first company registered in City Of London?

The oldest company registration in City Of London dates back to 1996, spanning over 30 years of business history.

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