Companies in Wilmslow

United Kingdom|53.1% formed since 2020|8% inactive|Data updated 19 Oct 2026
5,426
Active

5,426 active companies are based in Wilmslow according to Companies House records. Out of 6,567 companies ever registered here, 546 are no longer active — a 83% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 53.1% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (63%) of active companies were formed since 2020, making this one of the UK's fastest-growing business locations. The most common industry sector is specialists medical practice activities, with 736 companies. 51 medium and large companies operate here, indicating a significant commercial presence. Wilmslow is home to 114 FCA-regulated firms and 26 registered charities. Companies here hold 178 government contracts worth £228.4M in total. The average company age is 8.0 years. The earliest company registration in Wilmslow dates back to 1886.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, October 2026

5,426
Active Companies
6,567
Total Registered
1886
Oldest Company
53.1%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
8%
36%
52%
Pre-1990: 95
1990s: 135
2000s: 529
2010s: 2,351
2020s: 3,393

Top Industries

Specialists medical practice activities736→Management consultancy activities other than financial management364→Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate321→Buying and selling of own real estate296→Activities of other holding companies n.e.c.178→Other business support service activities n.e.c.166→Residents property management154→Information technology consultancy activities135→Dental practice activities122→Development of building projects111→

Data Signals

Governance
22,4526 src
Financial
18,41810 src
Risk
3,28110 src
Compliance
2,57516 src
Trade
5432 src
quality
4055 src
growth
1972 src
ESG
816 src
innovation
532 src
operational
131 src
corporate_structure
121 src

Top Companies in Wilmslow

NORCROS GROUP (HOLDINGS) LIMITED
Manufacture of veneer sheets and wood-based panelsEst. 1956101 signals
CITATION LIMITED
Management consultancy activities other than financial managementEst. 199597 signals
MTX CONTRACTS LIMITED
Other specialised construction activities n.e.c.Est. 200272 signals
HALLIWELL JONES (WILMSLOW) LIMITED
Sale of new cars and light motor vehiclesEst. 194589 signals
UMBRELLA-COMPANY LIMITED
Management consultancy activities other than financial managementEst. 200935 signals

Business Landscape

The average active company in Wilmslow is 8 years old. There are 114 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 26 registered charities operate locally.

8 yrs
Avg company age
114
FCA regulated
26
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 54 (51%)Medium: 5 (5%)Large: 46 (44%)

Government Investment

Companies in Wilmslow have been awarded 178 government contracts with a combined value of £228.4M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Wilmslow?

There are 5,426 active companies registered in Wilmslow, out of 6,567 total. 546 (8%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Wilmslow?

The top industries in Wilmslow include Specialists medical practice activities (736 companies), Management consultancy activities other than financial management (364 companies), Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (321 companies).

How fast is Wilmslow growing as a business hub?

53.1% of currently active companies in Wilmslow were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Wilmslow?

Our database contains 48,030 data signals across 11 categories for active companies in Wilmslow. The largest category is Governance with 22,452 signals from 6 sources.

When was the first company registered in Wilmslow?

The oldest company registration in Wilmslow dates back to 1886, spanning over 140 years of business history.

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