Companies in Brussels

United Kingdom|62% formed since 2020|4% inactive|Data updated 11 Sept 2026
50
Active

50 active companies are registered in Brussels with Companies House. Out of 52 companies ever registered here, 2 are no longer active — a 96% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 62% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (64%) 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, with 50 companies. The average company age is 6.6 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, September 2026

50
Active Companies
52
Total Registered
1993
Oldest Company
62%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
31%
62%
1990s: 1
2000s: 3
2010s: 16
2020s: 32

Top Industries

Other50

Data Signals

Governance
732 src
Compliance
526 src
Trade
212 src
Risk
93 src
innovation
81 src
ESG
71 src
growth
41 src
Financial
11 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Brussels is 6.6 years old. There are 4 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area.

6.6 yrs
Avg company age
4
FCA regulated

Company Size Breakdown

Large: 17 (100%)

Government Investment

Companies in Brussels have been awarded 3 government contracts with a combined value of £0.1M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Brussels?

There are 50 active companies registered in Brussels, out of 52 total. 2 (4%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Brussels?

The top industries in Brussels include Other (50 companies).

How fast is Brussels growing as a business hub?

62% of currently active companies in Brussels were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Brussels?

Our database contains 175 data signals across 8 categories for active companies in Brussels. The largest category is Governance with 73 signals from 2 sources.

When was the first company registered in Brussels?

The oldest company registration in Brussels dates back to 1993, spanning over 33 years of business history.

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