Companies in Swansea

United Kingdom|54.7% formed since 2020|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
12,343
Active

12,343 active companies are based in Swansea according to Companies House records. Out of 14,678 companies ever registered here, 61 are no longer active — a 84% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 54.7% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (61%) 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 894 companies. 70 medium and large companies operate here, indicating a significant commercial presence. Swansea is home to 323 FCA-regulated firms and 142 registered charities. Companies here hold 145 government contracts worth £326.9M in total. The average company age is 8.4 years. The earliest company registration in Swansea dates back to 1879.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

12,343
Active Companies
14,678
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
11%
33%
51%
Pre-1990: 377
1990s: 395
2000s: 1,595
2010s: 4,776
2020s: 7,535

Top Industries

Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate894→Buying and selling of own real estate602→Management consultancy activities other than financial management373→Development of building projects325→Other business support service activities n.e.c.316→Dormant Company248→Other service activities n.e.c.244→Retail sale via mail order houses or via Internet243→Hairdressing and other beauty treatment226→Take-away food shops and mobile food stands222→

Data Signals

Governance
37,9805 src
Financial
24,10111 src
Compliance
7,41515 src
Risk
5,12410 src
Trade
7722 src
quality
7283 src
ESG
1716 src
growth
1662 src
operational
1581 src
innovation
932 src
corporate_structure
41 src
regulatory
21 src

Top Companies in Swansea

ANDREW SCOTT LTD.
Construction of other civil engineering projects n.e.c.Est. 194628 signals
FIRST CYMRU BUSES LIMITED
Other urban, suburban or metropolitan passenger land transport (not underground, metro or similar)Est. 191493 signals
FEI FOODS LIMITED
Grain millingEst. 201092 signals
COMMUNITY LIVES CONSORTIUM
Residential care activities for learning difficulties, mental health and substance abuseEst. 201537 signals
CAR HIRE (DAY OF SWANSEA) LIMITED
Renting and leasing of cars and light motor vehiclesEst. 195695 signals
C.E.M. DAY LIMITED
Sale of new cars and light motor vehiclesEst. 192694 signals
SWANSEA CITY ASSOCIATION FOOTBALL CLUB LIMITED(THE)
Activities of sport clubsEst. 191246 signals
PRESS GLASS LIMITED
Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products n.e.c.Est. 198829 signals
PLATFFORM FOR CHANGE
Other social work activities without accommodation n.e.c.Est. 199023 signals
CDSM INTERACTIVE SOLUTIONS LTD
Business and domestic software developmentEst. 199918 signals

Business Landscape

The average active company in Swansea is 8.4 years old. There are 323 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 142 registered charities operate locally.

8.4 yrs
Avg company age
323
FCA regulated
142
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 85 (55%)Medium: 14 (9%)Large: 56 (36%)

Government Investment

Companies in Swansea have been awarded 145 government contracts with a combined value of £326.9M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Swansea?

There are 12,343 active companies registered in Swansea, out of 14,678 total. 61 (0%) 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 (894 companies), Buying and selling of own real estate (602 companies), Management consultancy activities other than financial management (373 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 76,714 data signals across 12 categories for active companies in Swansea. The largest category is Governance with 37,980 signals from 5 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.