Companies in Cork

United Kingdom|79.1% formed since 2020|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
43
Active

43 active companies are registered in Cork with Companies House. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 79.1% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (79%) 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 39 companies. With an average company age of just 4.7 years, Cork has a notably young business ecosystem.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

43
Active Companies
43
Total Registered
1993
Oldest Company
79.1%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
19%
79%
1990s: 1
2010s: 8
2020s: 34

Top Industries

Other39

Data Signals

Governance
832 src
Compliance
163 src
Risk
94 src
Trade
51 src
growth
41 src
Financial
43 src
regulatory
11 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Cork is 4.7 years old. 1 registered charities operate locally.

4.7 yrs
Avg company age
1
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Large: 6 (100%)

Government Investment

Companies in Cork have been awarded 4 government contracts with a combined value of £0.3M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Cork?

There are 43 active companies registered in Cork, out of 43 total. 0 (0%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Cork?

The top industries in Cork include Other (39 companies).

How fast is Cork growing as a business hub?

79.1% of currently active companies in Cork were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Cork?

Our database contains 122 data signals across 7 categories for active companies in Cork. The largest category is Governance with 83 signals from 2 sources.

When was the first company registered in Cork?

The oldest company registration in Cork dates back to 1993, spanning over 33 years of business history.

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