Companies in Swansea

United Kingdom|54.7% formed since 2020|11% inactive|Data updated 19 Oct 2026
12,041
Active

12,041 active companies are based in Swansea according to Companies House records. Out of 15,802 companies ever registered here, 1,808 are no longer active — a 76% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 54.7% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (70%) 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 923 companies. 62 medium and large companies operate here, indicating a significant commercial presence. Swansea is home to 321 FCA-regulated firms and 138 registered charities. Companies here hold 575 government contracts worth £3.3B in total. The average company age is 8.6 years. The earliest company registration in Swansea dates back to 1879.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, October 2026

12,041
Active Companies
15,802
Total Registered
1879
Oldest Company
54.7%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
10%
31%
54%
Pre-1990: 375
1990s: 395
2000s: 1,602
2010s: 4,839
2020s: 8,401

Top Industries

Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate923→Buying and selling of own real estate594→Management consultancy activities other than financial management371→Development of building projects314→Other business support service activities n.e.c.297→Activities of other holding companies n.e.c.244→Retail sale via mail order houses or via Internet237→Hairdressing and other beauty treatment223→Other service activities n.e.c.220→Dormant Company206→

Data Signals

Governance
50,3816 src
Financial
41,39611 src
Risk
6,94010 src
Compliance
4,60017 src
quality
1,5225 src
Trade
1,2992 src
growth
6492 src
innovation
2322 src
ESG
1776 src
operational
1541 src
corporate_structure
51 src
regulatory
41 src

Top Companies in Swansea

ANDREW SCOTT LTD.
Construction of other civil engineering projects n.e.c.Est. 194628 signals
FEI FOODS LIMITED
Manufacture of prepared meals and dishesEst. 201097 signals
FIRST CYMRU BUSES LIMITED
Other urban, suburban or metropolitan passenger land transport (not underground, metro or similar)Est. 1914101 signals
COMMUNITY LIVES CONSORTIUM
Residential care activities for learning difficulties, mental health and substance abuseEst. 201543 signals
PRESS GLASS LIMITED
Shaping and processing of flat glassEst. 198834 signals
THE HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT TRUST
Hospital activitiesEst. 198540 signals
CYDEN LIMITED
Manufacture of medical and dental instruments and suppliesEst. 200233 signals
BAROD PROJECT
Other social work activities without accommodation n.e.c.Est. 197231 signals
AXIUM PROCESS LIMITED
Manufacture of metal structures and parts of structuresEst. 200227 signals
CDSM INTERACTIVE SOLUTIONS LTD
Business and domestic software developmentEst. 199926 signals

Business Landscape

The average active company in Swansea is 8.6 years old. There are 321 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 138 registered charities operate locally.

8.6 yrs
Avg company age
321
FCA regulated
138
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 94 (60%)Medium: 13 (8%)Large: 49 (31%)

Government Investment

Companies in Swansea have been awarded 575 government contracts with a combined value of £3321.9M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Swansea?

There are 12,041 active companies registered in Swansea, out of 15,802 total. 1,808 (11%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Swansea?

The top industries in Swansea include Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (923 companies), Buying and selling of own real estate (594 companies), Management consultancy activities other than financial management (371 companies).

How fast is Swansea growing as a business hub?

54.7% of currently active companies in Swansea were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Swansea?

Our database contains 107,359 data signals across 12 categories for active companies in Swansea. The largest category is Governance with 50,381 signals from 6 sources.

When was the first company registered in Swansea?

The oldest company registration in Swansea dates back to 1879, spanning over 147 years of business history.

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