Companies in City Of London

United Kingdom|60.8% formed since 2020|5% inactive|Data updated 2 Sept 2026
102
Active

102 active companies are registered in City Of London with Companies House. Out of 128 companies ever registered here, 6 are no longer active — a 80% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 60.8% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (76%) 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 business support service activities n.e.c., with 8 companies. The average company age is 6.1 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, September 2026

102
Active Companies
128
Total Registered
1996
Oldest Company
60.8%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
32%
61%
1990s: 2
2000s: 6
2010s: 41
2020s: 78

Data Signals

Governance
3052 src
Financial
1816 src
Compliance
876 src
Risk
755 src
quality
202 src
Trade
31 src
growth
21 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in City Of London is 6.1 years old. There are 7 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 1 registered charities operate locally.

6.1 yrs
Avg company age
7
FCA regulated
1
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 3 (100%)

Government Investment

Companies in City Of London have been awarded 2 government contracts with a combined value of £0.2M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in City Of London?

There are 102 active companies registered in City Of London, out of 128 total. 6 (5%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in City Of London?

The top industries in City Of London include Other business support service activities n.e.c. (8 companies), Other activities of employment placement agencies (7 companies), Dormant Company (6 companies).

How fast is City Of London growing as a business hub?

60.8% of currently active companies in City Of London were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in City Of London?

Our database contains 673 data signals across 7 categories for active companies in City Of London. The largest category is Governance with 305 signals from 2 sources.

When was the first company registered in City Of London?

The oldest company registration in City Of London dates back to 1996, spanning over 30 years of business history.

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