Companies in Wales

United Kingdom|70.4% formed since 2020|19% inactive|Data updated 19 Oct 2026
54
Active

54 active companies are registered in Wales with Companies House. Out of 69 companies ever registered here, 13 are no longer active — a 78% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 70.4% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (89%) of active companies were formed since 2020, making this one of the UK's fastest-growing business locations. The most common industry sector is take-away food shops and mobile food stands, with 6 companies. The average company age is 6.5 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, October 2026

54
Active Companies
69
Total Registered
1989
Oldest Company
70.4%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
19%
72%
Pre-1990: 1
2000s: 13
2010s: 5
2020s: 48

Data Signals

Governance
2124 src
Financial
1446 src
Risk
335 src
Compliance
124 src
Trade
42 src
quality
32 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Wales is 6.5 years old. 1 registered charities operate locally.

6.5 yrs
Avg company age
1
Charities

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Wales?

There are 54 active companies registered in Wales, out of 69 total. 13 (19%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Wales?

The top industries in Wales include Take-away food shops and mobile food stands (6 companies).

How fast is Wales growing as a business hub?

70.4% of currently active companies in Wales were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Wales?

Our database contains 408 data signals across 6 categories for active companies in Wales. The largest category is Governance with 212 signals from 4 sources.

When was the first company registered in Wales?

The oldest company registration in Wales dates back to 1989, spanning over 37 years of business history.

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