Companies in Shrewsbury

United Kingdom|42.9% formed since 2020|7% inactive|Data updated 19 Oct 2026
7,762
Active

7,762 active companies are based in Shrewsbury according to Companies House records. Out of 8,867 companies ever registered here, 665 are no longer active — a 88% survival rate. Business formation remains steady, with 42.9% of current companies established since 2020. Over half (51%) of active companies were formed since 2020, making this one of the UK's fastest-growing business locations. The most common industry sector is residents property management, with 736 companies. 64 medium and large companies operate here, indicating a significant commercial presence. Shrewsbury is home to 154 FCA-regulated firms and 108 registered charities. Companies here hold 160 government contracts worth £1.1B in total. The average company age is 10.9 years. The earliest company registration in Shrewsbury dates back to 1902.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, October 2026

7,762
Active Companies
8,867
Total Registered
1902
Oldest Company
42.9%
Growth (2020s)

A diverse local economy with no single sector accounting for more than 15% of businesses.

Incorporation by Decade
16%
33%
45%
Pre-1990: 280
1990s: 296
2000s: 1,362
2010s: 2,898
2020s: 3,938

Top Industries

Residents property management736→Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate419→Management consultancy activities other than financial management326→Buying and selling of own real estate269→Management of real estate on a fee or contract basis228→Activities of other holding companies n.e.c.204→Development of building projects198→Other business support service activities n.e.c.193→Dormant Company147→Other human health activities126→

Data Signals

Governance
33,2655 src
Financial
27,90311 src
Risk
4,4279 src
Compliance
3,22116 src
Trade
1,1482 src
quality
6995 src
growth
2102 src
ESG
1526 src
operational
1391 src
innovation
822 src
corporate_structure
91 src

Top Companies in Shrewsbury

FIELD STUDIES COUNCIL
Other education n.e.c.Est. 194687 signals
DARWIN GROUP LIMITED
Other manufacturing n.e.c.Est. 200551 signals
ST MARYS SCHOOL LTD
Other residential care activities n.e.c.Est. 201932 signals
BETHPHAGE
Residential care activities for learning difficulties, mental health and substance abuseEst. 199435 signals
CUBIQUITY LIMITED
Printing n.e.c.Est. 200931 signals
GOODALL BATES & TODD LIMITED
Other treatment of petroleum products (excluding petrochemicals manufacture)Est. 190627 signals
SHROPSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST
Botanical and zoological gardens and nature reserves activitiesEst. 196226 signals
THE FOUNDRY LIMITED
Other activities of employment placement agenciesEst. 199346 signals
SHREWSBURY TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB LIMITED
Operation of sports facilitiesEst. 193627 signals

Business Landscape

The average active company in Shrewsbury is 10.9 years old. There are 154 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 108 registered charities operate locally.

10.9 yrs
Avg company age
154
FCA regulated
108
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 78 (55%)Medium: 7 (5%)Large: 57 (40%)

Government Investment

Companies in Shrewsbury have been awarded 160 government contracts with a combined value of £1091.2M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Shrewsbury?

There are 7,762 active companies registered in Shrewsbury, out of 8,867 total. 665 (7%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Shrewsbury?

The top industries in Shrewsbury include Residents property management (736 companies), Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (419 companies), Management consultancy activities other than financial management (326 companies).

How fast is Shrewsbury growing as a business hub?

42.9% of currently active companies in Shrewsbury were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Shrewsbury?

Our database contains 71,255 data signals across 11 categories for active companies in Shrewsbury. The largest category is Governance with 33,265 signals from 5 sources.

When was the first company registered in Shrewsbury?

The oldest company registration in Shrewsbury dates back to 1902, spanning over 124 years of business history.

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