Companies in Newport

United Kingdom|55.2% formed since 2020|11% inactive|Data updated 19 Oct 2026
11,048
Active

11,048 active companies are based in Newport according to Companies House records. Out of 13,799 companies ever registered here, 1,550 are no longer active — a 80% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 55.2% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (69%) 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 letting and operating of own or leased real estate, with 609 companies. 100 medium and large companies operate here, indicating a significant commercial presence. Newport is home to 268 FCA-regulated firms and 95 registered charities. Companies here hold 355 government contracts worth £91.3M in total. The average company age is 8.5 years. The earliest company registration in Newport dates back to 1883.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, October 2026

11,048
Active Companies
13,799
Total Registered
1883
Oldest Company
55.2%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
9%
30%
56%
Pre-1990: 336
1990s: 340
2000s: 1,217
2010s: 4,066
2020s: 7,664

Top Industries

Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate609→Buying and selling of own real estate527→Residents property management356→Management consultancy activities other than financial management317→Other business support service activities n.e.c.278→Activities of other holding companies n.e.c.252→Retail sale via mail order houses or via Internet245→Development of building projects210→Other human health activities195→Other service activities n.e.c.188→

Data Signals

Governance
46,3886 src
Financial
37,21511 src
Risk
6,10410 src
Compliance
4,34517 src
quality
1,5586 src
Trade
1,2892 src
innovation
6622 src
growth
3912 src
ESG
2255 src
operational
2001 src
corporate_structure
221 src
regulatory
41 src

Top Companies in Newport

HARPER ADAMS UNIVERSITY
First-degree level higher educationEst. 2012363 signals
WALES & WEST UTILITIES LIMITED
Distribution of gaseous fuels through mainsEst. 2004183 signals
WESSEX GARAGES HOLDINGS LIMITED
Sale of new cars and light motor vehiclesEst. 199176 signals
VISHAY NEWPORT LIMITED
Manufacture of electronic componentsEst. 200174 signals
PREMIER FOREST PRODUCTS LIMITED
Wholesale of wood, construction materials and sanitary equipmentEst. 199366 signals
THE CELTIC MANOR RESORT LIMITED
Hotels and similar accommodationEst. 201337 signals
KLA CORPORATION UK LIMITED
Manufacture of other electrical equipmentEst. 2009113 signals
AXIOM MANUFACTURING SERVICES LTD.
Manufacture of other electrical equipmentEst. 199731 signals
ST. DAVID'S FOUNDATION HOSPICE CARE
Other human health activitiesEst. 199228 signals
OSEL ENTERPRISES LIMITED
Other service activities n.e.c.Est. 198822 signals

Business Landscape

The average active company in Newport is 8.5 years old. There are 268 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 95 registered charities operate locally.

8.5 yrs
Avg company age
268
FCA regulated
95
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 92 (48%)Medium: 6 (3%)Large: 94 (49%)

Government Investment

Companies in Newport have been awarded 355 government contracts with a combined value of £91.3M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Newport?

There are 11,048 active companies registered in Newport, out of 13,799 total. 1,550 (11%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Newport?

The top industries in Newport include Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (609 companies), Buying and selling of own real estate (527 companies), Residents property management (356 companies).

How fast is Newport growing as a business hub?

55.2% of currently active companies in Newport were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Newport?

Our database contains 98,403 data signals across 12 categories for active companies in Newport. The largest category is Governance with 46,388 signals from 6 sources.

When was the first company registered in Newport?

The oldest company registration in Newport dates back to 1883, spanning over 143 years of business history.

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