Companies in Arlesey

United Kingdom|59.7% formed since 2020|8% inactive|Data updated 12 Sept 2026
211
Active

211 active companies are registered in Arlesey with Companies House. Out of 250 companies ever registered here, 20 are no longer active — a 84% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 59.7% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (71%) of active companies were formed since 2020, making this one of the UK's fastest-growing business locations. The most common industry sector is buying and selling of own real estate, with 12 companies. Companies here hold 9 government contracts worth £1.1M in total. The average company age is 6.7 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, September 2026

211
Active Companies
250
Total Registered
1984
Oldest Company
59.7%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
9%
28%
60%
Pre-1990: 1
1990s: 5
2000s: 22
2010s: 70
2020s: 149

Data Signals

Governance
6463 src
Financial
4043 src
Compliance
1236 src
Risk
825 src
Trade
191 src
growth
91 src
quality
83 src
operational
11 src
ESG
11 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Arlesey is 6.7 years old. There are 4 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area.

6.7 yrs
Avg company age
4
FCA regulated

Company Size Breakdown

Medium: 1 (50%)Large: 1 (50%)

Government Investment

Companies in Arlesey have been awarded 9 government contracts with a combined value of £1.1M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Arlesey?

There are 211 active companies registered in Arlesey, out of 250 total. 20 (8%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Arlesey?

The top industries in Arlesey include Buying and selling of own real estate (12 companies), Maintenance and repair of motor vehicles (10 companies), Management consultancy activities other than financial management (10 companies).

How fast is Arlesey growing as a business hub?

59.7% of currently active companies in Arlesey were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Arlesey?

Our database contains 1,293 data signals across 9 categories for active companies in Arlesey. The largest category is Governance with 646 signals from 3 sources.

When was the first company registered in Arlesey?

The oldest company registration in Arlesey dates back to 1984, spanning over 42 years of business history.

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