Companies in Irlam

United Kingdom|53.4% formed since 2020|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
116
Active

116 active companies are registered in Irlam with Companies House. Out of 127 companies ever registered here, 0 are no longer active — a 91% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 53.4% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (57%) of active companies were formed since 2020, making this one of the UK's fastest-growing business locations. The average company age is 12.5 years. The earliest company registration in Irlam dates back to 1924.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

116
Active Companies
127
Total Registered
1924
Oldest Company
53.4%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
17%
17%
52%
Pre-1990: 9
1990s: 9
2000s: 21
2010s: 22
2020s: 66

Data Signals

Governance
3695 src
Financial
2927 src
Compliance
906 src
Risk
856 src
Trade
331 src
ESG
164 src
quality
52 src
growth
41 src
operational
31 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Irlam is 12.5 years old. There are 3 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area.

12.5 yrs
Avg company age
3
FCA regulated

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 9 (69%)Medium: 1 (8%)Large: 3 (23%)

Government Investment

Companies in Irlam have been awarded 4 government contracts with a combined value of £1.4M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Irlam?

There are 116 active companies registered in Irlam, out of 127 total. 0 (0%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Irlam?

Irlam has a diverse business landscape.

How fast is Irlam growing as a business hub?

53.4% of currently active companies in Irlam were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Irlam?

Our database contains 897 data signals across 9 categories for active companies in Irlam. The largest category is Governance with 369 signals from 5 sources.

When was the first company registered in Irlam?

The oldest company registration in Irlam dates back to 1924, spanning over 102 years of business history.

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