Companies in Central

United Kingdom|71.6% formed since 2020|2% inactive|Data updated 4 Sept 2026
95
Active

95 active companies are registered in Central with Companies House. Out of 97 companies ever registered here, 2 are no longer active — a 98% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 71.6% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (72%) 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 79 companies. The average company age is 6.6 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, September 2026

95
Active Companies
97
Total Registered
1987
Oldest Company
71.6%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
8%
18%
70%
Pre-1990: 1
1990s: 3
2000s: 8
2010s: 17
2020s: 68

Top Industries

Other79

Data Signals

Governance
1992 src
Compliance
415 src
Financial
353 src
Risk
245 src
quality
82 src
Trade
21 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Central is 6.6 years old. There are 3 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area.

6.6 yrs
Avg company age
3
FCA regulated

Company Size Breakdown

Large: 10 (100%)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Central?

There are 95 active companies registered in Central, out of 97 total. 2 (2%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Central?

The top industries in Central include Other (79 companies).

How fast is Central growing as a business hub?

71.6% of currently active companies in Central were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Central?

Our database contains 309 data signals across 6 categories for active companies in Central. The largest category is Governance with 199 signals from 2 sources.

When was the first company registered in Central?

The oldest company registration in Central dates back to 1987, spanning over 39 years of business history.

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