Companies in Powys

United Kingdom|10.5% formed since 2020|7% inactive|Data updated 19 Oct 2026
296
Active

296 active companies are registered in Powys with Companies House. Out of 332 companies ever registered here, 24 are no longer active — a 89% survival rate. The most common industry sector is development of building projects, with 15 companies. Powys is home to 21 FCA-regulated firms. The average company age is 23.8 years, suggesting a mature business environment. The earliest company registration in Powys dates back to 1926.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, October 2026

296
Active Companies
332
Total Registered
1926
Oldest Company
10.5%
Growth (2020s)

An established business centre with companies averaging 23.8 years of operation.

Incorporation by Decade
14%
14%
48%
12%
13%
Pre-1990: 45
1990s: 45
2000s: 161
2010s: 39
2020s: 42

Data Signals

Financial
1,59610 src
Governance
1,3774 src
Compliance
24711 src
Risk
2337 src
Trade
1112 src
quality
802 src
ESG
405 src
operational
311 src
innovation
262 src
growth
62 src
corporate_structure
11 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Powys is 23.8 years old. There are 21 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 12 registered charities operate locally.

23.8 yrs
Avg company age
21
FCA regulated
12
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 3 (25%)Medium: 4 (33%)Large: 5 (42%)

Government Investment

Companies in Powys have been awarded 4 government contracts with a combined value of £0.9M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Powys?

There are 296 active companies registered in Powys, out of 332 total. 24 (7%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Powys?

The top industries in Powys include Development of building projects (15 companies), Dormant Company (13 companies), Freight transport by road (9 companies).

How fast is Powys growing as a business hub?

10.5% of currently active companies in Powys were incorporated since 2020, indicating steady recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Powys?

Our database contains 3,748 data signals across 11 categories for active companies in Powys. The largest category is Financial with 1,596 signals from 10 sources.

When was the first company registered in Powys?

The oldest company registration in Powys dates back to 1926, spanning over 100 years of business history.

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